Withernsea Lighthouse uniquely towers 127 feet above the town. The base of the lighthouse features many exhibits, R.N.L.I., H.M. Coastguard, Ships Bells, models and old photography recording the history of ship-wrecks and the Withernsea lifeboats and heroic crews who saved 87 lives between 1862 and 1913 and the history of the Spurn lifeboats.

The local history section shows photographs of the Victorian and Edwardian Withernsea town, including details of the pier, promenades past and present and the railway.

It was opened in 1989 by Dr Rolla and Kim Campbell as the Kay Kendall Memorial Museum. (Born in Withernsea, Kim’s sister Kay was the famous film star of the 50’s). There is a video demonstration showing excerpts from some of her most popular films, also memorabilia. Their grandfather Robert Drewery worked on the construction of the lighthouse from 1892 to 1894, also serving as coxswain on the last rowing off-shore lifeboat from 1911-1913.

Views from the lamproom are breathtaking, especially after climbing 144 steps. A good mounted telescope improves the views and a certificate is the reward on the descent.

Non climbers see the town and coastline with a visual aid camera and monitor in the base.

The café provides a welcome cup of tea and light refreshments. Souvenirs are on sale.

Opening Times
Weekends & Bank Holidays
March to October 1pm - 5pm
Weekdays
Mid June to Mid September 11am - 5pm

Admission Charge
Parties by arrangement & booking
Disabled access to ground floor and café/toilet
Telephone: 01964 614834

The Lighthouse
Hull Road,
Withernsea,
E Yorks
HU19 2DY