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Youghal Lighthouse

Photographs © John H. Luxton 2004

The present lighthouse was first lit on February 1st, 1852, converted to acetylene in 1939 and electricity in 1964. The lighthouse is built on the site of a much older lighthouse once operated by the nuns of a St. Anne's Convent from 1190 until dissolved in 1542.

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