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Name: Gorleston (Range Rear) Light  

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Nearest Town or City:
Gorleston, , United Kingdom

Location: Near mouth of River Yare, Norfolk, England.


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Photo: Tony Denton

Managing Organization:
Great Yarmouth Port Authority

Website: http://www.gypa.co.uk

Notes:
This lighthouse carries two lights. The rear light for the harbor entrance range (white light, 4 seconds on, 2 seconds off) is mounted on the tower with a focal plane of 23 feet; a fixed red light is also displayed from the gallery with a focal plane of 66 feet.

Tower Height: 69

Description of Tower: Brick tower.

This light is operational

Date Established: 1887

Date Present Tower Built: 1887

Current Use: Active aid to navigation.


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