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Name: Wicklow Head High Light (new)  

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Nearest Town or City:
Wicklow, , Ireland

Location: County Wicklow, southeastern coast of Ireland.


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Photo: Tony Denton

Managing Organization:
Commissioners of Irish Lights

Website: http://www.cil.ie

Notes:
This lighthouse was built in 1818 when the original (1781) Wicklow Head high and low lights were discontinued and rebuilt on lower ground. This tower was built close to the location of the original low light.

Description of Tower: White conical stone tower, lantern removed.

This light is not operational

Date Established: 1818

Date Present Tower Built: 1818

Date Deactivated: 1865

Current Use: Historic landmark.

Open To Public? Grounds only.


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