TH Longstone Rock Lighthouse helipad 
Satellite and aerial maps of Longstone Light with nearby locations
| Nearby locations | Km | Bearing | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAF Boulmer , England | 24.9 | 178 | EGQM |
| Acklington , England | 38.3 | 182 | |
| Druridge Bay , England | 38.4 | 175 | GB0923 |
| Eshott airfield , England | 41.1 | 189 | EG18 |
| Linton Hill , Scotland | 47.0 | 256 | |
| Otterburn , England | 55.4 | 219 | EGO60 |
Longstone Light |
1826 to present | ||
| 55° 38' 38'' N 1° 36' 40.25'' W | ||
| Farne Islands, North Sunderland, Northumberland, Offshore UK | ||
| ICAO: | IATA: | Local: ENG-070 |
| Elevation: 10 feet | ||
The light was electrified in 1952 and automated in 1990. The station was converted to Solar Power in 2015. The helipad is c 30m NW of the tower.
The Longstone was famously home to William Darling (the keeper) and Grace (his daughter), who on 7 Sep 1838 risked everything to rescue survivors from the wreck of the paddle-steamer ss Forfarshire.
The Longstone was famously home to William Darling (the keeper) and Grace (his daughter), who on 7 Sep 1838 risked everything to rescue survivors from the wreck of the paddle-steamer ss Forfarshire.
List of units at Longstone Light |
| Years | Unit | |
|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse Operations | MD900 Explorer, Bo105, | |
