Oil on Canvas 29ins x
29ins
Courtesy of
John Eagle Photography
and
Commissioners of Irish Lights
Information:
Maidens Lighthouse
54°55.7' North
5°43.6' West
History:
East and West Lighthouses were established at Maidens Rock in 1828 or 1829.
The West Lighthouse was discontinued in 1903. The current tower is white
with a black band and its light is a Biform 920mm annular lens (main lamp in
upper tier) with PRB22 gearless drive and electric 1kw lamps. The station
was automated on the 31st October 1977.
Aids to Navigation
Light:
Fl (3) W 20s. Shown throughout 24 hours. Nominal Range: 24 nautical miles.
Auxiliary Light:
Fl R 5s over Russel and Highland Rocks
Radar Beacon:
Morse 'M' on vessel's radar display.
Height of Tower:
23 metres.
Height of light above mean high water springs:
29 metres.