📜 Impressive beacon tower, replica of an Irish Round Tower.
🔍 Built in 1887 as a memorial for James Chaine, converted to a lighthouse in 1899. Stands 27m high at the entrance to Larne Harbour, known locally as 'The Pencil'.#Why Go🌊 Picturesque lighthouse with unique 'pencil' shape📸 Great for dusk, dawn, and winter photography🚶 Easy access from shore via narrow walkway👀 Spectacular views of Irish Sea, Islandmagee, and Scottish coastline on clear days🌳 Grassy area with benches and sea views nearby#Why Avoid🔒 Front door locked to public, external viewing only#Cost💰 Free access to the tower's perimeter.#Hours🕒 External viewing always available; interior accessible on publicised European Heritage Open Days.#Tips🚂 Get train to Larne Town/Harbor, walk up Curran Road then Tower Road.
🅿️ Parking available nearby at Larne Promenade carpark and Leisure Centre.