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Alex Foxfield
July 15, 2025
Hiking
Standing proud on Dursey Island's highest point, at 827 feet (252 m), this signal tower is a fine sight. It was built in the early 19th century as part of a system to enable long-distance communication at a time when Britain feared French invasion. The views from up here are superb, both out to sea and back towards the Beara Peninsula.
Beyond the Horizon
October 17, 2024
Hiking
The watchtower on Dursey Island stands proud and deserted on a hilltop, as if a silent witness to times gone by. The path to it is characterized by vast, open …
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Elevation 240 m
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