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Skerryvore Lighthouse, Argyllshire

Skerryvore Lighthouse is a mid 19th-century lighthouse on the island of Skerryvore, Argyllshire. It was built between 1838-1844 by Alan Stevenson. Its construction has been described as one of greatest achievements in lighthouse engineering. It is within the council area of Argyll and Bute.
Historic Environment Scotland Category A Listed LB17849.

Place Type: Historic Lighthouse
Historic County: Argyllshire
Island: Skerryvore
Lat, Long: 56.323199,-7.1134495
Grid Reference: NL 8400 2628
Civil Parish: Tiree CP
Council Area: Argyll and Bute CA
Police Area: Scotland (Argyll and West Dunbartonshire) PA
Devolved Legislature:  Scottish Parliament

GBPN ID: 320920
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Skerryvore_Lighthouse,_Argyllshire_320920

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