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The Tower of Lloyd

Hill of Lloyd, Kells, County Meath

A lighthouse built miles from the sea.

In 1791 the Earl of Bective built a 30-metre lighthouse on a hill outside Kells, far from any coast, in memory of his father. Its lantern was lit for special occasions and it was used as a viewing platform for hunting.

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When
1791
Where
53.7330, -6.9060
Group
Towers & follies

Visiting

A park on the Hill of Lloyd. The tower opens on some summer days.

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