Tuskar Lighthouse
6Q3V+56 Saint Helen's, County Wexford, Ireland
Name and Location
The Tuskar Lighthouse is located at 6Q3V+56 Saint Helen's, County Wexford, Ireland (52.2029602° N, -6.2069989° W).
Construction and History
The Tuskar Lighthouse was built by the Commissioners of Irish Lights (CIL) in 1812, making it one of the oldest lighthouses on the Irish coast. With a rich history dating back to 1812, this lighthouse has played a crucial role in maritime safety and commerce.
Architecture and Materials
The Tuskar Lighthouse was constructed from local limestone, with a height of approximately 34 meters (112 feet). Over the years, the lighthouse has undergone several modifications and restorations to ensure its continued operation.
Light and Navigation
The Tuskar Lighthouse exhibits a Q-character light characteristic, featuring a white light with a range of 24 nautical miles. The light is visible for 7.5 seconds every 1.1 minutes, followed by a 0.2-second pause and then another 6-second period of visibility.
Accessibility and Visiting
The Tuskar Lighthouse serves as a major aid to navigation, guiding mariners through the treacherous waters of the Irish Sea. While not open to the general public for visits, the lighthouse remains an important beacon for maritime traffic. Visitors can enjoy views of the surrounding coastline and the lighthouse from various vantage points along the coast.
Notable Views and Landscape
From its vantage point on Tuscar Rock, the Tuskar Lighthouse offers breathtaking views of the Irish Sea and the Wexford coast. On a clear day, visitors can see the distant outline of the Welsh coast, while at night, the stars twinkle like diamonds against the dark sky.
Anecdotes and Folklore
No anecdotes or folklore available for this lighthouse.
Technical and Operational Details
The Tuskar Lighthouse was automated in the mid-20th century, replacing the traditional keeper-assisted operation. This change enabled more efficient maintenance and reduced the need for human intervention.
- Further Information:
- Commissioners of Irish Lights. (n.d.). Tuskar Rock Lighthouse. Retrieved from <https://www.irishlights.ie/tourism/our-lighthouses/tuskar-rock.aspx>
- Wikipedia. (n.d.). Phare de Tuscar Rock. Retrieved from <https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phare_de_Tuskar_Rock>
Details
| Name | Tuskar Lighthouse |
|---|---|
| City | |
| Country | Ireland |
| Coordinates | 52.2029602, -6.2069989 |
| Year of construction | 1812 |
| Events | shipwrecks or rescues (not specified) |
| Stories | played a crucial role in maritime safety and commerce |
| Construction material | "local limestone" |
| Tower height | 34 |
| Heritage status | true |
| Renovations | restorations to ensure continued operation |
| Accessible | false |
| Landscape type | rocky outcrop |
| View description | breathtaking views of the Irish Sea and the Wexford coast |
| Light characteristic | "Q-character light characteristic" |
| Light range | 24 |
| Automated | true |