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๐ŸŽ™๏ธ The latest episode of the ALK podcast, Kee ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ The latest episode of the ALK podcast, Keeping Watch, is out now!๐Ÿ’ก This episode takes us to Flat Holm Island and Lighthouse, with an interview with the ALK's Bridget Box, who is also the new President of the Flat Holm Society. Discover the islandโ€™s fascinating history, its lighthouse โ€“ first lit in 1739 โ€“ wildlife, conservation work and the restoration of the historic foghorn station, with hopes that it may one day sound again. ๐Ÿ๏ธ๐Ÿ”ฆ๐Ÿ“ฏ Plus Lighthouse News: including the remarkable story of former keeper Ray Walter and the rewilding of Tiritiri Matangi in New Zealand ๐Ÿ“ฎ Edโ€™s growing collection of lighthouse postcards โš“ News of the upcoming ALK AGM trip to Cumbria ๐Ÿ“ป A look ahead to BBC Radio 3โ€™s special all-day programme celebrating music and lighthouses ๐ŸŽง Listen now on your favourite podcast platform and join us for another fascinating look into the world of lighthouses and lighthouse keeping. https://alk.org.uk/resources/keeping-watch-podcast/ #KeepingWatch #ALKPodcast #AssociationOfLighthouseKeepers #Lighthouse #LighthouseKeeper #FlatHolm #FlatHolmLighthouse #LighthouseHistory ##keepinglighthouseheritagealive #LighthouseNews
๐Ÿ’ก On 14 September 1716, Boston Light was first ๐Ÿ’ก On 14 September 1716, Boston Light was first lit on Little Brewster Island in Boston Harbour, Massachusetts. This made it the first lighthouse established in what became the United States ๐ŸŒŠ The original tower was destroyed during the American Revolution in 1776, but a new tower was built in 1783. The lighthouse that stands today was later raised in height in 1856 and continues to operate as an aid to navigation. ๐Ÿ’ก Boston Light has seen more than 300 years of maritime history. ๐Ÿ“ธ Do you have a favourite photo or memory of Boston Light? #USLHS United States Lighthouse Society #AssociationOfLighthouseKeepers #ALK #BostonLight #LighthouseAnniversary #OnThisDay #LighthouseHistory #Lighthouses #MaritimeHistory #LighthouseKeepers #KeepingLighthouseHeritageAlive
The Autumn issue of Lamp is here! ๐Ÿ’ก The ALK's The Autumn issue of Lamp is here! ๐Ÿ’ก The ALK's quarterly journal is now out and making its way to ALK members! ๐Ÿ“ฌ As always, itโ€™s packed with fascinating stories, great features and some fantastic lighthouse photography from around the UK, Ireland and beyond. ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ  ๐Ÿ‘€ Want to know whatโ€™s inside? Take a look at this issueโ€™s contents: https://alk.org.uk/lamp-149/ And if your copy has arrived, grab a cuppa and enjoy! โ˜•๐Ÿ’™ #AssociationOfLighthouseKeepers #ALK #LampJournal #LighthouseLife #LighthouseStories #LighthousePhotography #LighthouseKeepers #KeepingLighthouseHeritageAlive
๐Ÿงธ๐ŸŒŠ Happy National Teddy Bear Day! โš“๏ธ Me ๐Ÿงธ๐ŸŒŠ Happy National Teddy Bear Day! โš“๏ธ Meet the perfect companion for your next lighthouse adventure! ๐Ÿป๐Ÿ’ก Our exclusive ALK mini lighthouse bears are small enough to pop in your rucksack and ready to join you on your lighthouse-bagging travels. ๐Ÿ“ธ Take your ALK bear along on your next lighthouse visit and share your adventures with us! ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Available now from the ALK online shop โžก๏ธ https://alk.org.uk/product/alk-mini-teddy-bear/ #NationalTeddyBearDay #TeddyBearDay #ALK #LighthouseBagging #LighthouseAdventures #LighthouseHeritage #LighthouseTravel #AssociationOfLighthouseKeepers
๐ŸŒŠ Fanad Head Lighthouse โ€“ 140 Years 1 Septe ๐ŸŒŠ Fanad Head Lighthouse โ€“ 140 Years 1 September 1886 saw the present Fanad Head Lighthouse in County Donegal first show its light โ€” 140 years ago today. The first Fanad Head lighthouse was built to the designs of George Halpin Snr and first lit in 1817. By the 1880s, a taller tower was needed to improve the lightโ€™s visibility, so the present lighthouse was built nearby, designed by William Douglass. First lit on 1 September 1886, it has continued to guide ships into Lough Swilly for 140 years. ๐Ÿ’ก 140 years of keeping watch over the Donegal coast. #FanadHeadLighthouse #LighthouseHistory #140Years #IrishLighthouses #LighthouseKeepers #CountyDonegal #ALK #AssociationOfLighthouseKeepers #greatlighthouses
Our Australia and New Zealand ALK representative I Our Australia and New Zealand ALK representative Ian Wright sends his greetings from the south Island of New Zealand. He is set up for International Lighthouse and Lightship Weekend ILLW. Akaroa Lighthouse was automated in 1975. This light was relocated 40+ years ago, or it was to be pushed over the cliff in to the pacific ocean.
The team at the ALK Lighthouse Museum at Hurst Ca The team at the ALK Lighthouse Museum at Hurst Castle opened up the Grey light today with the help of the Friends of Hurst Castle UK. 7 tours and 42 people, well done team!
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