Lighthouse Keeper Collection

Lighthouse-keeper Ida Lewis rescuing two soldiers from drowning
NWI4951671 Lighthouse-keeper Ida Lewis rescuing two soldiers from drowning.; (add.info.: Lighthouse-keeper Ida Lewis rescuing two soldiers from drowning.); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

Head Lighthouse keeper Mr E G Barnes of the Flat Holm Island station, stands at the head of the grave where it is said one of the soldiers who killed Archbishop Thomas Becket is buried. Circa 1965

Grace Darling and her Father Saving the Shipwrecked Crew, September 8th, 1838, (1942). In 1838 Grace Darling and her father William Darling, a local lighthouse keeper

The Lighthouse-Keepers Daughter (engraving)
7182203 The Lighthouse-Keepers Daughter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lighthouse-Keepers Daughter)

After almost two months of solitude (colour litho)
2777694 After almost two months of solitude (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: After almost two months of being alone)

Lighthouse worker John Mcleod is greated by his wife after 77 days confined in the lighthouse

The lighthouse keepers and their families go about their daily duties around The Strathy Point Lighthouse. These include cleaning the lamp, maintaining the foghorn and looking after the garden

Lighthouse keeper Colin Jones seen here clearing the light during this last relief tour to the Bishop Rock Lighthouse. Colin known as Fraggle by his friends and colleagues was keeper for six years

Newfoundland, Two Dollars, from the series Coins of All Nations (N72, variation 1) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1889

The families of the Rattray Head lighthouse keepers semaphore their loved ones as Old Alick perpares to take out the holly topped boxes of Christmas gifts out to the lighthouse. December 1943

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"Guardians of the Sea: Tales of Courage and Solitude" In the annals of maritime history, lighthouse keepers stand as beacons of unwavering dedication and selflessness. Their stories, etched in time, reveal a world where bravery and solitude intertwine. One such tale transports us back to September 8th, 1838. Grace Darling and her father emerge as heroes amidst treacherous waves crashing against their lighthouse. Together, they rescue the shipwrecked crew from certain doom, forever etching their names in the annals of heroism. Fast forward to 1942 when Mr E G Barnes assumes his role as head lighthouse keeper on Flat Holm Island station. A solitary figure amidst vast expanses of oceanic beauty, he diligently tends to his duties with unwavering commitment. Engraved within our collective memory is "The Lighthouse-Keeper's Daughter. " This poignant depiction captures not only her resilience but also serves as a testament to all those who have stood steadfastly by these towering structures throughout history. Imagine enduring almost two months confined within isolation; it was a reality for many keepers like John Mcleod. Newfoundland's Two Dollars coin commemorates their sacrifice while capturing the moment when John is finally reunited with his wife after 77 days apart. From The Strathy Lighthouse comes an enchanting glimpse into daily life for these dedicated families. Colin Jones clears away any impediments that may hinder the light's guiding beam during his final relief tour – a true embodiment of duty till the very end. As we delve deeper into their lives, we witness generations passing down this noble profession – fathers teaching sons about responsibility and mothers instilling courage in daughters. The rhythmical repetition echoes through time – day after day, year after year – ensuring ships find safe passage along treacherous shores. These guardians embody both strength and vulnerability; they are protectors of lives and guardians of hope.