Automated in 1996 the "New" Lighthouse at Portland Bill, built circa 1903-05

The New Lighthouse which is being erected at Portland Bill by the Corporation of Trinity House will take the place of the Upper and Lower Lighthouses. The structure will be 136 ft. in height. It is a massive stone tower and the base of the lantern will be about 115 ft. from the ground. There are large residences for the keepers which will have direct access to the Lighthouse. In the lantern will be an incandescent three light. oil burner, with an illuminating power of 2,500 candles. It will be a revolving light. The foundations of the structure were begun in October, 1903. Messrs Wakeham Bros. (Plymouth) are the contractors. It is expected that the lighthouse will be ready for service in September, 1905. *

* Portland Year Book for 1905

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