Youghal

Perched on a scenic cliff-edge in picturesque East Cork, Youghal Lighthouse was built in the 18th century and today houses a visitor’s centre.

Visitors can access take in panoramic views of the harbour from the viewing balcony in front of the lighthouse, walk the ‘courtyard’ around the lighthouse and learn about the site from a selection of interpretive storyboards on site.

The site has a unique history that begins in 1190 when a ‘light tower’ stood on the site of the present tower.  The tower as we know it today was built in 1848.  The building itself is a listed building and unique in that it is almost in the centre of a town.

It is located in the middle of one of the most popular walkways in Youghal which connects the town to the idyllic beaches of Claycastle, Front Strand and Redbarn. This appealing walkway also incorporates the hugely popular Youghal Eco Boardwalk, Ireland’s longest boardwalk.

Contact number: 024-81814

Email: tourism@youghal.ie

A quick history

• The tower of Youghal Lighthouse as we know it today was built in 1848.
• The building itself is a listed building and unique in that it is almost in the centre of a town, highly unusual for a lighthouse.

Did you know?

• 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 vital role in maritime safety today.