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“Lighthouses have such a special and universal appeal and are located in some of our island’s most breathtaking coastal landscapes, and are a valuable asset in the destination and community,” says Bobby Kerr, chairperson of the Great Lighthouses of Ireland partnership, who also notes that the pre-Covid economic benefit of Ireland's shining beacons was worth an estimated €16.8m ...
Great Lighthouses of Ireland, is an all-island tourism initiative, developed by the Commissioners of Irish Lights, the General Lighthouse Authority for the island of Ireland.. Featuring 15 lighthouses and two lighthouse-related experiences in breathtaking coastal locations, Great Lighthouses of Ireland offers visitors from home and abroad the chance to visit or stay in a lighthouse, to ...
Be a #CoastalKeeper. As lightkeepers kept a good light for mariners over the centuries, Great Lighthouses of Ireland and Irish Lights firmly believe that now it’s our turn to tend to our coastal environment and be true guardians for it as we travel, explore and enjoy it. As we welcome visitors to our lighthouse sites/attractions over the ...
Great Lighthouses of Ireland was developed by Irish Lights in partnership with local communities and other public bodies to open lighthouses to visitors. It is a good example of a public, private and community partnership that is recognised as a valued tourism asset which positively impacts coastal communities. In addition it supports the ...
The merchants and traders of Killybegs requested a light on St. John’s Point in 1825. Made of cut granite, the lighthouse’s tower was designed by George Halpin Senior, one of the era’s most lauded civil engineers. The lighthouse came into operation in 1831. The lighthouse was automated in November 1932, and converted to electric operation ...
Great Lighthouses of Ireland: Reflections & Future Priorities 2021. As we face into what continues to be a difficult operating year for all our partners, it is important to take stock and continue to be informed by consumer, market and business trends. The priority actions highlighted within this publication have been shaped by all that we have ...
Youghal Lighthouse sits adjacent to the hugely popular Youghal Eco Boardwalk, Ireland’s longest boardwalk. The lighthouse is also ideally placed for a walk to pretty Claycastle, Front Strand and Redbarn Beaches. It is one of 65 lighthouses operated by the Commissioners of Irish Lights around the coast of Ireland and continues to provide a ...
