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Memorials & monuments · London

The Lighthouse

VictorianFree admission

The Lighthouse is a memorial in the United Kingdom.

The Lighthouse, memorials & monuments in London

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
King's Cross St Pancras · 0.1 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

The Lighthouse is a public memorial in London, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. Built or established in 1875, it dates from the Victorian period. It sits within the Islington South and Finsbury parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is King's Cross St Pancras, about 0.1 km away. Postcode area N1.

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A lighthouse is a tower aiding marine navigation. Light House, Lighthouse, or The Lighthouse may also refer to:

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Coordinates
51.5307, -0.1220
District
Islington
Parish
Islington, unparished area
Postcode
N1 9AE
Parliamentary constituency
Islington South and Finsbury
Established
1875
Nearest railway station
King's Cross St Pancras0.1 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Lighthouse?
The Lighthouse is in London, United Kingdom (postcode N1 9AE), in the parish of Islington, unparished area.
When was The Lighthouse built?
Built or established in 1875.
Is The Lighthouse free to visit?
Yes, The Lighthouse is free to enter.
How do I get to The Lighthouse?
The nearest railway station is King's Cross St Pancras, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode N1 9AE.