Hood Point
Hood Point has a focal height of 55 metres, a tower height of 19 metres and a range of 28 nautical miles. It was built in 1895.
- Focal height
- 55 metres
- Tower height
- 19 metres
- Range
- 28 nautical miles
- Built
- 1895
- Coordinates
- -33.04054, 27.89861
The Hood Point Lighthouse is located in East London, South Africa. It was put into operation on 4 June 1895, serving the area previously covered by the Castle Point Lighthouse. The lighthouse stands 19 meters high, featuring a white, round stone tower with a red-painted lantern dome. It is situated near the Potters Pass Nature Reserve and the West Bank Golf Course.
The Hood Point Lighthouse holds cultural significance, being declared a provincial heritage site on 22 May 1998, under the National Heritage Resources Act. This recognition highlights the importance of the lighthouse in the region's history. As a historic landmark, it continues to be an interesting feature of East London's landscape.
The lighthouse remains in existence today, with its original structure still intact. Its historical significance and heritage designation make it a notable point of interest in the area. While its current status as an operational aid to navigation is not specified, the Hood Point Lighthouse continues to be a part of East London's history and identity.
Light and tower
The light has a focal height of 55 metres. The light has a range of 28 nautical miles.
Details
- Range Nm
- 28
- Year Built
- 1895-06-04
- Description
- The '''Hood Point Lighthouse''' () is a lighthouse in East London, South Africa. It began operating on 4 June 1895. It is 19 m high and centres on a white, round stone tower. The lantern dome is painted red. Before the building of the lighthouse, the Castle Point Lighthouse served the area. It lies beside the Potters Pass Nature Reserve and the West Bank Golf Course.
- Location Text
- East London, EC
- Focal Height M
- 55
- Tower Height M
- 19