TV Presenter and Historian Paul Murton's career as a lighthouse keepers
In this episode of Keeping Watch, hosts Ed Peppitt and Melanie Charles pay tribute to former ALK patron Captain Richard Woodman, with insights shared by ALK founder Neil Hargreaves. Ed and Mel discuss a recent BBC television programme about lighthouse keeping, including a maintenance visit to Chicken Rock; Mel discusses Linda McGuigan's recent talk for ALM members; And we are treated to an array of personal and eerie anecdotes from former lighthouse keeper Paul Murton. Key moments 01:23 Tribute to Captain Richard Woodman 06:45 Catching Up with Mel 17:02 Paul Murton's Lighthouse Adventures 23:49 Exploring the Lighthouse 24:29 Radio Room Duties 25:04 Unsettling Experiences 26:45 A Night in the Radio Room 27:24 Injury and Hospital Visit 28:30 Meeting Mr. Dinsdale Again 28:58 New Assignment at Covesea Skerries 29:28 Life at Covesea Skerries 31:55 Transfer to Tarbert Ness 36:26 Haunting Memories 41:12 Resignation and Reflection 41:46 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview
Keeping Watch
KEEPING WATCH is a podcast for anyone and everyone interested in lighthouses, lighthouse keepers, light vessel, and other aids to maritime navigation.
KEEPING WATCH is brought to you in association with the ALK - The Association of Lighthouse Keepers - a membership organisation and charitable trust in the UK dedicated to keeping lighthouse heritage alive.
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