Point Lynas Lighthouse, Llaneilian, Holy Island, Anglesey, Wales

The Point Lynas Lighthouse sits on a high bluff near the village of Llaneilian on Holy Island in Anglesey, North Wales. The sight was established in 1779 with the current lighthouse being built around 1835. As one can see, the lighthouse is unusual as the light is at the base and not in a tower. It was originally build by Mersey Docks and Harbour Board as one of several lights guiding ships into the Mersey River which is north of the area. The lighthouse is advertized as a bed and breakfast, however when I visited and photographed it in March 2013 signs indicated that it and two adjacent houses were for sale.

South Stack Lighthouse, Holy Head, Anglesey, Wales

The South Stack Lighthouse is situated on South Stack Rock (Ynys Lawd) a small island on the Western tip of Anglesey in Northern Wales near the town of Holy Head. This lighthouse was constructed in 1809 and is still active. It was automated in 1984.  To reach the lighthouse, which is open to the public, one must descend 400 steps to the island. The trek is well worth it as the staff at the lighthouse are friendly and informative about the history of the light as well as the area.  The view from the top of the 91' tower is impressive.  The area is also popular for viewing the colonies of sea birds (puffin, guillemot, rasorbills, etc.) and the nearby Ellin's Tower is open for bird watching.  Photos were taken in March 2013.