Isle of May Beacon
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Historic short white tower, the remains of Scotland's first permanently manned lighthouse, located on the Isle of May.

šŸ“œ Historic beacon on Isle of May, Scotland's first permanently manned lighthouse.
šŸ” Built in 1635, replaced in 1816, partially preserved and restored in 2017.

Why Go

šŸ’” Explore maritime history and lighthouse evolution
šŸ¦ Observe abundant bird life in a national nature reserve
šŸš¶ Enjoy scenic island walks and sea views
šŸš¢ Experience a unique ferry trip to a wild island

Why Avoid

ā˜” Weather can be unpredictable, bring waterproofs
šŸŒŠ Sea journey may be rough, prone to seasickness
šŸ—“ļø Access limited to April through September

Tips

šŸ‘Ÿ Wear sturdy shoes for uneven paths
šŸ„Ŗ Pack your own food and drinks, none available on island
šŸŽŸļø Book ferry tickets well in advance

Cost

šŸ’° Ferry: Adults Ā£34, Children Ā£17

Hours

šŸ•’ Ferry operates daily, April 1 to September 30

šŸš» Toilets

Available on some boats and on the island

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