
What is recorded here
This black commemorative plaque records: Lawe Beacons. Erected as navigational aids in 1832 by John Turnbull, at a cost of £60, this beacon and its companion replaced 18th century structures. They complement the High and Low Lights at North Shields. Recorded plaque organisation: Tyne and Wear County Council, Borough of South Tyneside.
John Turnbull was a prominent local figure who significantly improved maritime navigation in the early 19th century by erecting Lawe Beacons, enhancing safety for ships navigating the coast near North Shields.
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Photo: South Tyneside Council on Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0