Tarbat Ness Lighthouse

Highland, United Kingdom

Open to visitors

The interior is normally open, possibly ticketed.

Strollie cannot guarantee access — always check before you travel.

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Heritage registerBritish Listed Buildings↗
ReferenceARLHS World List of Lights↗
OperatorOperator’s website↗

Standing at the northwestern tip of the Tarbat Ness peninsula near Portmahomack on Scotland's east coast, the Tarbat Ness Lighthouse was built in 1830 by the renowned engineer Robert Stevenson. The tower rises 41 metres and is accessed by 203 steps leading to its top, guiding mariners along this strategic stretch of Scottish waters. The structure is designated a category A listed building, reflecting its historical and architectural significance.