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What is recorded here
Freestanding circular-plan three-stage lighthouse, built 1818, disused since 1854. Flat topped platform with granite cornice supported by tooled corbels. Ashlar granite block walls. Square-headed openings with granite sills, blocked with recent timber panels. Square-headed door opening with tooled stone steps and recent timber panel. Enclosed by rendered and rubble stone walls, which also enclose nearby signal tower.
This elegant lighthouse, built to a George Halpin design, forms a prominent landmark on the southern cliffs of Cléire [Clear Island]. The cut and decorated stone work is of a high quality. Despite remaining unused since 1854, when a new lighthouse was built on Fastnet Rock, it is a key feature when exploring the architectural heritage of the island.
The story behind this place
Cape Clear Lighthouse has stood unused since 1854, when a new lighthouse took over on Fastnet Rock.
From the Buildings of Ireland (National Inventory of Architectural Heritage) record 20915308
This does not grant access. Most recorded buildings are privately owned; view them only from public ground unless the owner allows entry.
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Photo credits
- Colin Park, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Becky Williamson, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
- pl:Wikipedysta:A., Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.5
- Chris06, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
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