Boyd's Automatic tide signalling apparatus
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The automatic tide signalling apparatus or Pilot House at Irvine harbour in North Ayrshire, Scotland, is a category B listed building,[1] and is probably unique, having been invented and patented by Martin Boyd, the Irvine harbourmaster, in 1905 and opened in 1906.[2][3]
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Boyd's Automatic Tide Signalling Apparatus | |
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Irvine, North Ayrshire, Scotland UK | |
Coordinates | 55.605778°N 4.694139°W / 55.605778; -4.694139 |
Height | 50 foot tower, mast above |
Site information | |
Owner | North Ayrshire Council |
Controlled by | Port of Irvine |
Open to the public | No |
Condition | Mast removed |
Site history | |
Built | 1906 |
Built by | Martin Boyd |
In use | Until the 1970s |
Materials | Harled brick |
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