Moville Florida Old Head of Kinsale

Old Head of Kinsale

Ballinacourty’s picturesque setting and rich maritime history make it a key feature of the local landscape

Youghal remains a key piece of Ireland’s maritime heritage

having to endure regular pounding by powerful Atlantic waves

Moville Florida Old Head of KinsaleMoville lighthouse, located on the northern shores of Lough Foyle, was established in 1861 to guide vessels entering the lough. Moville was historically an important port for transatlantic travel, with Glasgow steamships beginning to take on passengers from 1860. These large ships were dissatisfied with the small shore light and requested a stronger guide. As a result, the Londonderry Port & Harbour Commissioners agreed to build a large pile light