Mine Head Lighthouse

Mine Head Lighthouse
LocationCounty Waterford, Ireland
Coordinates51°59′34.4″N 7°35′11.1″W / 51.992889°N 7.586417°W / 51.992889; -7.586417
Tower
Constructed1851
Constructionsandstone tower
Automated1973
Height22 metres (72 ft)
Shapecylindrical tower with balcony and lantern
Markingswhite tower with a black band
OperatorCommissioners of Irish Lights
Light
Focal height87 metres (285 ft)
Range12 nautical miles (22 km; 14 mi)
CharacteristicFl (4) W 30s.
Ireland no.CIL-0340

Mine Head Lighthouse is an excellently preserved operational 19th century lighthouse in Old Parish, County Waterford, Ireland.

George Halpin Senior designed the major light of Mine Head lighthouse. Constructed of red sandstone, the structure stands on top of the steep cliffs above the Celtic Sea.