East Usk Lighthouse

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East Usk Lighthouse
East Usk Lighthouse

The East Usk Lighthouse was constructed in 1893 by Trinity House and is one of two lighthouses that mark the entrance to the River Usk. Still in operation, the lighthouse sends out 2 flashes every ten seconds into the Severn Estuary. It is a vital navigational aid for ships approaching Newport and for over 100 years has played a vital role in marine safety and the economic prosperity of Newport Docks.

It was the first Trinity House lighthouse in the UK to use the Dalén Sun Valve, an ingenious device for turning an unwatched light on and off using daylight. Combined with the flashing apparatus, the sun valve saved 94% of the gas compared to having the light operating all the time.

The lighthouse is now owned and managed by Newport Harbour Commissioners, a Board established by an Act of Parliament, responsible for safe navigation, dredging and pilotage within the Newport Harbour and River Usk up to Newbridge-on-Usk.

The lighthouse is situated within the Newport Wetlands. and is a popular and much photographed attraction for visitors. This nature reserve offers a haven for wildlife on the edge of the city, but is a great place for people too with a new RSPB visitor centre.

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Taken on: July 16, 2016
Sets appears in:   • Newport, Wales.    
Camera: Canon EOS 40D, f/22.0, 1/400 sec, 18mm, ISO 1000 (more info) (hide info)
Camera: Canon EOS 40D
Aperture: f/22.0
Exposure Time: 0.003 sec (1/400)
Focal Length: 18mm
ISO: 1000
Exposure Bias: -4/3 EV
Flash: Off, Did not fire
Exposure Mode: Auto
White Balance: Auto
Color Space: sRGB
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