….. under those steep slopes a yonder, at Glenduan.
Unofficially, locals refer to this area as just “The Glen.”
Its about a 13km drive north from the centre of town, but much of that is at open road speeds so its actually quite a short trip really…
….and second to this fantastic local natural formation, is one of the other most recognisable….
….you could say……almost “iconic” landmarks of Nelson…
……that of the Boulder Bank Lighthouse.
Ok, ok ….but before we move on what is the Boulder Bank?
There’s a good explanation of it over at Wikipedia. but briefly the www.dayout.co.nz website says…..
Boulder Bank Lighthouse
Boulder Bank (nr Nelson)
Nelson, Nelson/Marlborough
In New Zealand, only Wellington’s Pencarrow Lighthouse is older than the British-made, cast-iron tower which was erected on Nelson’s Boulder Bank in 1861-62. On the Boulder Bank too are interesting old baches used by holidaymakers in years past.
This is the longest natural boulder bank in the southern hemisphere.At the Port end a man made channel, the Cut provides the entrance to the port .
Members of the public can visit this spot and climb to the top to enjoy a fabulous vista of Nelson,
although you need to visit the Nelson City Council office first….
….and go thru some formalities. ("”…like….you’ll need a key?”)
RELATED LINKS
Boulder Bank Lighthouse - a day out
Boulder Bank history – local legend
Making the Cut - “breaking the bank” history
Argillite or Pakohe – what the heck is this
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