Old Hunstanton Lighthouse the first parabolic reflector which was built here in 1776 Norfolk England UK
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2659 x 3957 px | 22.5 x 33.5 cm | 8.9 x 13.2 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
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Old Hunstanton Lighthouse is located in Old Hunstanton in the English county of Norfolk. The present lighthouse was built in 1840 although there has been a Lighthouse on the site since 1665. This first lighthouse was built of wood with an iron basket of burning coals as a light. Hunstanton lighthouse had the world's first parabolic reflector which was built here in 1776. The present lighthouse ceased operations in 1922, since when it has been a private residence and a Holiday Let.