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EPISODE · Feb 11, 2026 · 14 MIN

The Mysterious Vanishing of the Flannan Isles Lighthouse Keepers

from Riddles of the Nightfall Deciphering Crime Enigmas · host Neon Nights Studio

In this episode, we explore the baffling disappearance of the three lighthouse keepers on Scotland's remote Flannan Isles in 1900. Examine the sparse clues left behind, from an untouched meal to a missing logbook, and consider the various theories that have emerged over the decades. Hear from maritime experts and historians as we delve into the eerie circumstances surrounding this enduring mystery and the lasting impact it has had on the lighthouse keeping profession.

In this episode, we explore the baffling disappearance of the three lighthouse keepers on Scotland's remote Flannan Isles in 1900. Examine the sparse clues left behind, from an untouched meal to a missing logbook, and consider the various theories that have emerged over the decades. Hear from maritime experts and historians as we delve into the eerie circumstances surrounding this enduring mystery and the lasting impact it has had on the lighthouse keeping profession.

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