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Name: West Nene Light  

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Also known as: Guys Head Light

Nearest Town or City:
King's Lynn, , United Kingdom

Location: West bank of the Nene cut, The Wash estuary, Lincolnshire, England.


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Photo: Tony Denton

Managing Organization:
Private owner

Notes:
This lighthouse was built to serve as an entrance light for the new River Nene cut when it opened in 1831, but it was never actually lit. Customs officials were housed here for some years.

Tower Height: 60

Description of Tower: White, conical brick tower.

This light is not operational

Current Use: Privately owned.

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