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What is recorded here
The tower stayed after its light moved out to sea. Cape Clear Lighthouse has stood unused since 1854, when a new lighthouse took over on Fastnet Rock.
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.
Cape Clear Lighthouse has stood unused since 1854, when a new lighthouse took over on Fastnet Rock.
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.
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Photo: Colin Park · CC BY-SA 2.0