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Hodbarrow Beacon is a coastal beacon structure located in Cumberland, England, dating to the early modern period. The monument stands on the Duddon Estuary and served as a navigational aid for shipping, forming part of the network of beacons that guided vessels along the northwest coast. The beacon's precise construction date and original architectural form reflect the practical maritime requirements of its era, though like many such structures it has undergone modifications during its operational lifetime. The site remains a significant example of the maritime infrastructure that developed to support England's coastal trade and navigation during the sixteenth century and beyond.
Hodbarrow Beacon is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007097. View the official record →
Hodbarrow Beacon is a coastal beacon structure located in Cumberland, England, dating to the early modern period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007097.
Hodbarrow Beacon is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1007097.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Millom Castle (ruined portions) (3.1 km), Stone circle 410m SSW of Great Knott, Lacra (4 km), Stone circle and funerary cairn 440m south west of Great Knott, Lacra (4.1 km).
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