To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the famous Smeaton Tower in Plymouth, the lighthouse was re-lit as it was when first built in 1759 - by candle light. Hundreds of locals turned up to witness the re-lighting of the famous landmark, organised by ICE South West regional director Barry Griffiths. ICE historian Mike Chrimes spoke to the gathering about the construction of the lighthouse and the life of John Smeaton.
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