Summer of Play: Lighthouse Keeper Trail
Sat 1 Aug · 12:00
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Step back in time to when the lighthouse was a busy home. See if you are up for the challenge and tackle the lighthouse keepers' daily tasks. Complete your checklist as you explore around the lighthouse, climb 76 steep steps, and identify plants outside. There are many ways to discover what a typical day was like for the keepers. You can enjoy this trail for free, but regular admission fees still apply.
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Frequently asked questions
Summer of Play: Lighthouse Keeper Trail takes place on Saturday, 1 August 2026 at 12:00. The event runs until Sunday, 30 August 2026.
Summer of Play: Lighthouse Keeper Trail is held at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas in Sunderland (Coast Road, Whitburn, Tyne & Wear).
Tickets for Summer of Play: Lighthouse Keeper Trail can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Summer of Play: Lighthouse Keeper Trail
About This Event
Step back in time to when the lighthouse was a busy home. See if you are up for the challenge and tackle the lighthouse keepers' daily tasks. Complete your checklist as you explore around the lighthouse, climb 76 steep steps, and identify plants outside. There are many ways to discover what a typical day was like for the keepers.
You can enjoy this trail for free, but regular admission fees still apply.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Summer of Play: Lighthouse Keeper Trail?
Summer of Play: Lighthouse Keeper Trail takes place on Saturday, 1 August 2026 at 12:00. The event runs until Sunday, 30 August 2026.
Where is Summer of Play: Lighthouse Keeper Trail taking place?
Summer of Play: Lighthouse Keeper Trail is held at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas in Sunderland (Coast Road, Whitburn, Tyne & Wear).
How do I get tickets for Summer of Play: Lighthouse Keeper Trail?
Tickets for Summer of Play: Lighthouse Keeper Trail can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Souter Lighthouse and The Leas
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