What is recorded here
This stone commemorative plaque records: This beacon was erected by the corporation of Trinity House of Deptford Strond in 1821. Recorded plaque organisation: Corporation of Trinity House.
The beacon at Porthgwarra was established in 1821 by the Corporation of Trinity House to aid maritime navigation, serving as a critical navigational aid for ships navigating the hazardous coastal waters off Cornwall.
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Tunnel down to the beach at Porthgwarra coveBeach · 415 yd
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