COASTGUARD STATION
A building or group of buildings situated close to the sea, used by coastguards to enable them to monitor the coastline.
Coastguard Hut (Non-Preferred)
Related Terms
| Term | Note |
|---|---|
| COASTGUARD TOWER | A tower used as a watch tower by the coastguard. Often, though not always, built as part of a Coastguard Station. |
| CUSTOM HOUSE | A government office or building, especially at a seaport, at which customs are collected and ships are cleared for entry. |
| LIFEBOAT STATION | A building designed to house a lifeboat, usually with a stone ramp to launch the boat into the sea. |
| LIGHTHOUSE | A tower or structure, with a powerful light or lights at the top, usually erected at an important or dangerous point on or near the sea-coast for the warning and guidance of mariners, but can also be erected inland for the guidance of travellers. |
