This Lighthouse that’s Been Red for 160 Years Must Be Painted Green

This lighthouse that’s been red for 160 years must be painted green

Maritime law requires the lighthouse be painted green despite it being red for 160 years.

Lighthouse to be repainted after being the wrong colour for 160 years

A lighthouse in Watchet will be repainted after being the wrong colour for over 160 years.

Somerset news: Council orders local landmark to be repainted because it's been the wrong colour for 160 YEARS

Somerset Council has announced that the iconic Watchet Lighthouse will be repainted after being the wrong colour for over 160 years

Somerset news: Council orders local landmark to be repainted because it’s been the wrong colour for 160 YEARS

Somerset Council has announced that the iconic Watchet Lighthouse will be repainted after being the wrong colour for over 160 years. The red-painted structure breaches international maritime safety regulations, which require sea-facing navigational aids on the starboard side to display green colouring. According to the council, the incorrect paintwork “has the potential to cause confusion for vessels during daylight hours or restricted visibili…