St Catherine's Lighthouse
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St Catherine's Lighthouse, St Catherines Lighthouse, Niton, Ventnor PO38 2NF
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Donna W
20.03.2024
St Catherine's Lighthouse
Really interesting to see inside a lighthouse. It is a guided tour around and you get some history of the lighthouse, then a tour of the lighthouse. There were two people doing tours so we only had to wait a few minutes for one to start. Inside the lighthouse the steps are quite steep and there's a height restriction for younger children as one of the staircases is almost like a ladder as its that steep! Great view from the top of the lighthouse aswell. The guy doing the tour had lots of information and was very knowledgeable about the lighthouse. Would recommend. We visited Saint Catherine's oratory afterwards (which is the original lighthouse).*Updated April 2023 - Walking the IOW coastline and viewed lighthouse from above.
Ron Rapp
08.03.2024
St Catherine's Lighthouse
Wasn't the best day weather wise and walking down the steep access road is not for the unfit. However we were treated to a number of White tailed eagles soaring above us. Managed to catch these zoomed in shot of one in a tree. Been near here in my boat when the summer sun was shining so the seascape didn't look at its best. But this tip does sit isolated out in the English channel. Thresher sharks have been spotted by boats fishing near here earlier in the year so always worth keeping one eye on the sea. The lighthouse is marvellous set in this dramatic landscape. Certainly worth the walk back up the hill.
Ben Jayston
29.02.2024
St Catherine's Lighthouse
Beautiful views and the tour was quaint, informative and carried out by volunteers. Highly recommend for lighthouse buffs, as only ten in UK or so allow visits such as these. Lovely walks in nearby areas too.
Grace
25.02.2024
St Catherine's Lighthouse
found this is our national trust book but we didn’t realise the lighthouse was temporarily closed so always check online to see if things are open! regardless of this there’s still walks around the area with great views and you can also get a great view of the lighthouse from the surrounding fields and get quite up close to it.
MartinR
20.02.2024
St Catherine's Lighthouse
Absolutely fascinating visit!! There's no parking - you have to park further away and walk down - but the views are worth it; they're stunning! The tour of the lighthouse costs just £5, and is worth every penny! The lighthouse sports some fantastic Victorian engineering - the whole lamp assembly floats in a 2.5 ton bath of mercury as a low-friction bearing!! I do hope you get the lovely Frank as your guide - he knows so much about everything, and I could have chatted to him for hours. Go soon - because in 2021 the whole revolving lamp assembly will be replaced by modern high brightness LEDs.......
Richard cobbett
10.02.2024
St Catherine's Lighthouse
Well worth the walk down the hill ( about 10 minutes ) çars not allowed unfortunately. The tour is informative not just the inside workings but the History of the buildings and area. Some steps used in the lighthouse are steep and need extra care but in general a good place to visit with Very knowledgeable staff on hand . The Only one down side which may change in due course no Public toilets on site , but if you visit the pub up on the hill first!.
Lesley Collins
28.12.2023
St Catherine's Lighthouse
Parking fairly close, Bit of a walk from carpark, not suitable for wheelchairs, terrain all levels including steep hills. The amazing views made it worth the visit. Lovely walk on a sunny day.
jonathan ridgard
25.12.2023
St Catherine's Lighthouse
Well worth the effort lovely little place run by people who love and know what they are doing. Just beware it's easy to get to but harder to get back up the hill. The light house climb is not too bad (bit narrow) with a ladder. At the top it's very warm if warm outside But the view is worth it.
Darren Gilbert
22.12.2023
St Catherine's Lighthouse
Very interesting lighthouse - guided tours bring the history to life. You can only pay in cash so bear that in mind - they don't get any coverage down there for a card machine. It's also a bit of a trek down to the lighthouse from the closest parking spaces so be prepared for a walk, even harder uphill on the way back, but well worth the effort!
DL
18.12.2023
St Catherine's Lighthouse
Very knowledgeable 40 minute tour of a working lighthouse for under £15 for a family of 5. The guide was happy to answer questions and was brilliant. The views are great and the history fascinating. Go early to get a nice parking space at the top of the hill as no vehicles allowed on the road to the lighthouse.
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St Catherine's Lighthouse, St Catherines Lighthouse, Niton, Ventnor PO38 2NF
St Catherine's Lighthouse