Exif
| Aperture | f/13 |
| Shutter | 1/640s |
| Focal | 34mm |
| ISO | 200 |
This lighthouse is on the sands just out to sea of Fort Perch on at Wallasey
New Brighton Lighthouse
This lighthouse was completed in 1830 and opened on 1st March. Originally equipped with a fixed light which was later upgraded to a flashing light. It was decommissioned in 1973 and is now in private ownership. This lighthouse can be walked to at low tide. Check the tide times here
Location
| GPS | 53.442975, -3.041328 |
| Grid Reference | SJ 30930 94528 |
| What3Words | ///spoke.sits.minds |
Photography
When to shoot
The best time is a lower tide, at sunset. I was unfortunate to be there close to high tide but was still able to get a nice shot of the rocks out to the light house.
Tips
Given that this is a low shot and you may well end up stood in the water (I did) I’d recommend waterproof boots, a short lens of 24-70 will more that cover the shot above. As with all shots of water, a Circular polarizing lens and a UV filter are both handy on a sunny day. The UV filter will cut out a lot of haze, and the polarizer can work wonders with contrast and reflections
What to Capture on Camera
If you head towards Fort Perch Rock, and head left(when facing out to sea) around the walls, you will get to the spot I took the photo. This is easily accessible down a gentle slope.
This is a very short walk from the car park, and only a few minutes from the supermarket bus stop.
The obvious thing to photograph here is New Brighton Lighthouse, with the rocks in front of it, or the pools that form in the rocks at low tide.
Facilities
Food and Drink
There are several restaurants a short walk to the west, along the front with a selection of fast food available near by. There is also a supermarket within 10-15 mins walk.
Transport
There is a car park at Fort Perch which is run by the local council1.
There is a bus which stops near by at the Morrisons, a short walk to Fort Perch Rock.
James Illing Photography 
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