Completion of the Second Eddystone Lighthouse
- When
- 1708–1709
- Where
- Eddystone Rocks
- Episodes
- 2
The second Eddystone Lighthouse was completed in 1709 after a light was first shone in August 1708. It was built on the Eddystone Rocks off the coast of Cornwall, England.
Episodes
- First Light
A light was first shone from the second Eddystone Lighthouse tower.
- Completion
The construction work for the second Eddystone Lighthouse was completed.
Background and detail
Background. The Eddystone Lighthouse is situated on the Eddystone Rocks, nine statute miles south of Rame Head in Cornwall, England. This location has been the site of multiple lighthouse structures over time.
Construction and Completion. A light was first shone from the second tower on 8 August 1708 (Old Style 28 July). The construction work for this lighthouse was officially completed in 1709.
Sources
- Eddystone Lighthouse Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-16
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