What is recorded here
Freestanding circular-plan battery, built 1807. Now in ruins. Redoubt comprises circular-plan coursed rubble limestone ditch with coping stones. Iron bridge entrance (south). Surrounded by recent timber and wire fence.
As a consequence of the French attempted invasion of Ireland in 1796, the British Government built three batteries on Whiddy Island. Despite being abandoned relatively soon after construction, this impressive battery demonstrates a high level of craftsmanship and engineering, and dominates a vast area of land with commanding views to all sides. Taken in context with both the West and Middle batteries, it is a vivid visual reminder of the strategic importance in the past of this remote part of the coastline.
From the Buildings of Ireland (National Inventory of Architectural Heritage) record 20910504
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