Lighthouses: Building The ImpossibleSeason 2, Episode 3 - The Longstone

Rob Bell explores the spiritual home of lifesaving - the Longstone lighthouse off Northumberland - scene of a legendary rescue attempt by the Victorian lighthouse keeper's daughter, Grace Darling. Rob sees for himself why the beautiful Farne islands are a deadly trap for mariners, and why the herculean effort of Grace's rescue attempt transformed her into a national heroine. He also joins the local RNLI crew for a dramatic rescue drill.

Lighthouses: Building The Impossible was broadcast on SBS ONE at Wednesday 19 February 2025, 06:05.