Hook Head, Fethard-on-Sea

Name: Hook Head
Address: Hook Head Lighthouse Hook Head, Fethard-on-Sea, Y34 KD93, Ireland
Telephone: +353 51 397 055

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The Hook Lighthouse is a building situated on Hook Head at the tip of the Hook Peninsula in County Wexford, in Ireland. It is one of the oldest lighthouses in the world and the second oldest operating lighthouse in the world, after the Tower of Hercules in Spain. It is operated by the Commissioners of Irish Lights, the Irish Lighthouse Authority, it marks the eastern entrance to Waterford Harbour. The current structure has stood for 848 years as of 2020. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°7'26"N, 6°55'46"W

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Hook Head Lighthouse Hook HeadFethard-on-Sea Y34 KD93 Ireland

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+353 51 397 055

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Hook Head – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Slade Castle, Loftus Hall, The White Lady, Fethard Castle.

1.2 miNE
Forts and castles
Slade Castle
30 min walk • Slade Castle is a tower house and National Monument located in County Wexford, Ireland.
1.9 miNE
Historical place, Reportedly haunted
Loftus Hall
49 min walk • Loftus Hall is a large country house on the Hook peninsula, County Wexford, Ireland. Built on the site of the original Redmond Hall, it is said by locals to have been haunted by the devil and the ghost of a young woman.
5 miW
Obelisk
The White Lady
129 min walk • The White Lady is an unusual standing stone, said to resemble a figure, located near the small fishing village of Dunmore East, in County Waterford, Ireland.
6.1 miNE
52°11'36"N • 6°50'24"W
Fethard Castle, Fethard-on-Sea
157 min walk • Forts and castles
3.2 miNW
Village
Dunmore East
83 min walk • For those who love the outdoors, Dunmore East boasts a variety of activities to enjoy. From leisurely strolls along the sandy beaches to exhilarating cliff walks, visitors can immerse themselves in the stunning landscape and soak in the fresh sea air.
4 miN
Harbor
Waterford Harbour
103 min walk • Waterford Harbour is a natural harbour at the mouth of the Three Sisters; the River Nore, the River Suir and the River Barrow in Ireland. It is navigable for shipping to both Waterford and New Ross. The Port of Waterford is capable of accommodating vessels up to 32,000 tons dwt.