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Year of the Light Birthday Movie


Year of the Light Movie - Bicentenary Birthday Celebrations, 1811 to 2011

The above is a short digital film (just over five minutes long) about the building and history of the Bell Rock Lighthouse.

As well as looking at the vast undertaking of actually building the Bell Rock, the film also considers the human stories, and talks to descendants of the people who worked and lived on the lighthouse.

The movie also offers stunning views of the Bell Rock Lighthouse.

 

Further Web Resources for the Bell Rock Lighthouse

  • David Taylor, a descendant of one of the keepers of the Bell Rock, has published an excellent website that offers comprehensive information about the famous lighthouse - www.bellrock.org.uk.
  • The National Museum of Scotland is currently running an exhibition called 'Shining Lights', which features the Bell Rock - 'Shining Lights' Exhibition.



About the Bellrock

Find out more about this extraordinary feat of engineering - the Bellrock Lighthouse.  About the Bellrock Lighthouse  

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From musical firework displays to regattas and from boat trips to variety shows, there is something for everyone in the Programme of Events. Year Of The Light Events

Commemorative Items

Find out how you can get hold of the exclusive Year of the Light commemorative items. Year of the Light Commemorative Products

News

Keep updated with news on the Year of the Light celebrations.  The Year of the Light News 

YEAR OF LIGHT PRIZE DRAW BUTTON

Prize Draw - WIN a free boat trip for a family of up to 4 people to the Bell Rock Lighthouse.

Year of the Light Home

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