The Association of Lighthouse Keepers provides a forum for everyone interested in lighthouses, lightships and maritime aids to navigation.
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19 Oct 2022
Episode 3 of our "Keeping Watch" podcast is now available! Listen to Peter Smith describe life growing up at lighthouses- a fantastic listen. Listen now from all major podcast platforms, or see link below: alk.org.uk/resources/keeping…
ALT Lighthouse podcast
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15 Oct 2022
We have a brand-new lighthouse podcast! For details see: alk.org.uk/resources/keeping…
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17 Sep 2022
The latest issue of Lamp is now out and on its way to ALK members 💡
For more information about joining the ALK visit alk.org.uk/membership/
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Lighthouse Keepers retweeted
6 Sep 2022
One of the key tasks of a maintenance visit is to ensure the lens and internal side of the astragal glazing is clean. Team work with our Health & Safety Manager to get this completed. He also rescued a 🐝 - @NLB_UK caring for wildlife!
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20 Aug 2022
Happy International Lighthouse Heritage Weekend 🎉
Don't forget to use the hashtag #lovealighthouse or #hugalighthouse and tag the ALK - we'll try and share as many posts as we can.
Check out ALK website and alk.org.uk/international-lig…. Have fun! 😁
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10 Aug 2022
Keep an eye out on our website to find out the latest on International Lighthouse Heritage Weekend - lots of visitor centres will be open, and more are being added to the list!
👉 Check out alk.org.uk/international-lig… and also see our Places to Visit section for more ideas.
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2 Aug 2022
Coming to a lighthouse near you!
International Lighthouse Heritage Weekend - For the latest on what's happening visit alk.org.uk/events/internatio…
Let us know what you're planning, and if you're taking part!
#ilhw #lovealighthouse
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18 Jun 2022
The AGM registration process is due to close this Monday 20th June. If you are an ALK member and plan to come to Belfast and haven't registered yet, please do it online via the events webpage: alk.org.uk/events/agm-weeken… by midnight this coming Monday!
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13 Jun 2022
The latest edition of Lamp, the ALK's quarterly journal, is now out and on its way to members 😊💡
Why not join a friend or family member to the ALK? Anyone with an interest in lighthouses can join!
Find out more at alk.org.uk
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Lighthouse Keepers retweeted
8 Jun 2022
Come join us for more #MadelnSmethwick activities this Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th in West Bromwich Town Centre as part of Shine a Light Festival!
For more info about Shine a Light West Bromwich, follow this link:
discoversandwell.co.uk/event…
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18 May 2022
The Old Tower on Kinnaird Head Castle and Lighthouse will be lit for three consecutive nights to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee! 8PM to MIDNIGHT 2-4 June. @alklighthouse @NLB_UK @RoyalFamily #PlatinumJubilee #JubileeCelebration #Jubilee
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Lighthouse Keepers retweeted
12 May 2022
Today all 3 flags are flying outside our HQ on George Street, Edinburgh which means the Commissioners are in town! Find out more nlb.org.uk/who-we-are/commis…
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26 Apr 2022
Tune in @channel5_tv on Friday 9pm for another round telling the stories of some of Britain's most fascinating rock lighthouses. We kick off with Wolf Rock Lighthouse 8 miles off the coast of Cornwall.
26 Apr 2022
In a new three-part journey through Britain’s beautiful but treacherous coastline, presenter Rob Bell uncovers the secrets of one of Britain’s most heroic feats of engineering – the rock lighthouse. #lighthouses
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9 Apr 2022
8 Apr 2022
Looking for something to do this Easter Holidays?
Climb the steps of the Lighthouse and learn about the life of the keepers! See the unique manned lighthouse machine come to life at the top of the tower!
Open 7 days a week, 10am-5pm. @NLB_UK @GoIndustScot @DFraserburgh
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3 Apr 2022
*ALK AGM WEEKEND: BELFAST*
We are delighted to announce that we will finally make it to Belfast this year for the Annual General Meeting 😊 Arrangements are now being made, and registration will open on 1st May. For more info and updates visit: alk.org.uk/events/agm-weeken…
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29 Mar 2022
This is fantastic.... Lighthouses really do remain an important Aid to Navigation for all at sea. We love them!
29 Mar 2022
Lighthouses of Ireland, UK, Northern France and Belgium. Data from 🇮🇪 @IrishLights 🇬🇧@trinityhouse_uk 🇫🇷 @shom_fr and in particular @NLB_UK who were incredibly helpful providing detailed data for lights of 🏴 and 🇮🇲. Additional data from msi.nga.mil and @Wikipedia
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12 Mar 2022
The latest issue of Lamp is out and on its way to members 💡😁 We have another bumper issue, filled with fascinating articles and photos.
Lamp is sent out quarterly to members of the ALK - why not sign up a friend or loved one as a member: alk.org.uk/membership/
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Lighthouse Keepers retweeted
3 Mar 2022
🙋🙋♀️ We are looking for volunteers to join our enthusiastic and motivated team to help out at our public open days.
To find out more, visit bit.ly/3pydR36 or send us a message.
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3 Mar 2022
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust are looking for lighthouse volunteers to help at Spurn Point Lighthouse.
For more details on what is required and how to apply, visit ywt.org.uk/volunteering-oppo…
@YorksWildlife
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Lighthouse Keepers retweeted
18 Feb 2022
A true inspiration, even #StormEunice doesn't stop @thecoastwalker 👏
Support Chris on the final stretch of his journey at:
His website ➡️ thecoastwalker.com/
His @JustGiving page ➡️ justgiving.com/fundraising/t…
18 Feb 2022
Here is the full version of the short film from Tommy the filmmaker @30DIGITAL
Book me for talks online or in person on; adventure, resilience, positive mental attitude, the environment or just a Q&A😊👍🏼
Stay safe today!!!
youtu.be/elFgqOBi6IM #Eunice #BuyMeACoffee
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