The Secret Life of Lighthouses

Season 1

Engineer Rob Bell examines the design and construction challenges faced in building a true engineering marvel, rock lighthouses - lighthouses built on treacherous rocks and reefs out at sea that were a hazard to shipping.

Where to Watch Season 1

3 Episodes

  • The Eddystone Rock
    E1
    The Eddystone RockRob Bell explores the historic but deadly southwest coast of England to discover what made the world's first rock lighthouse on Eddystone reef such a monumental achievement over 300 years ago.
  • The Bell Rock
    E2
    The Bell RockRob Bell explores the rugged east coast of Scotland to discover how the Bell Rock lighthouse earned its reputation as a wonder of the industrial world.
  • The Fastnet Rock
    E3
    The Fastnet RockRob Bell explores the wild and beautiful southern coast of Ireland to reveal why Fastnet is regarded as the most stunning lighthouse ever built.

Cast of Season 1

  • Rob BellSelf - Narrator

 

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