Rob makes the journey to the Impossible Lighthouse, perched on the remote rocky outcrop of Muckle Flugga in the Shetland Islands. Battling fierce winds and rugged terrain, he explores the historic beacon that has guided sailors through treacherous northern seas for generations. Standing at the edge of Britain’s most northerly point, Rob takes in the wild isolation and dramatic coastal views, reflecting on the remarkable engineering and human determination required to build such a structure in this unforgiving landscape.
Show
The Secret Life of Lighthouses
Episode
S03E05
Air Date
Mar 27, 2026