20 September 2025 (10:00 - 16:00)
Tod Head Lighthouse, located south of Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, built in 1897 by David Alan Stevenson, is now a privately owned family home, lovingly restored and reimagined.
Built in 1897 by David Alan Stevenson, the lighthouse is a classic example of Scottish lighthouse architecture, with its circular entasised tower, corbelled gallery, and domed lantern. David Alan was indeed the third generation of the Stevenson dynasty, following in the footsteps of his grandfather Robert Stevenson, the pioneering engineer behind the Bell Rock Lighthouse, and his father David Stevenson, who built many of Scotland’s coastal lights.
The Stevenson family designed and built over 90 lighthouses across Scotland and beyond, spanning four generations and more than 150 years. Their legacy is etched into the very cliffs and coastlines of the country.
Tod Head was decommissioned in 2008 and though then the Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) removed all light mechanisms, the structure retains its architectural integrity and atmospheric charm.
The sensitive conversion of Tod Head Lighthouse into a private residence was undertaken by Moxon Architects, who have earned acclaim for their thoughtful approach to heritage buildings. Their work at Tod Head was Highly Commended in the Aberdeenshire Architectural and Landscape Design Awards (AALDA), and they’ve also won multiple awards from the Aberdeen Society of Architects and the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) for other projects.
It’s a beautiful example of how historic infrastructure can be reimagined for modern life while preserving its soul.
Doors Open Days Experience Includes:
· Tower Access: Climb the spiral stair to the top for panoramic views and a sense of the keeper’s daily routine.
· Lamp & Light Rooms: Explore the spaces where the powerful lenses and clockwork once operated.
All visits must be pre-booked; places are limited due to the size of the property and availability of parking. Please book one ticket per car load of visitors.
Available time slots are: 10.00am, 11.00am, 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm and 3.00pm.
Tickets are available through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tod-head-lighthouse-aberdeenshire-doors-…
Road access is via a single-track road with limited passing places.
Turn east at Roadside of Kinneff (signposted Tod Head Lighthouse) travel for approx. 800m to pass the school where you turn right then first left. At the next junction turn right then immediate left, following the single road to the lighthouse after 1 mile.

Address
Tod Head Lighthouse, Kinneff, DD10 0TH