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Chaine Memorial Tower

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Chaine Memorial Tower

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    Location: Curran, Larne, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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    November 1, 2025

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    The Chaine Memorial Tower, or "The Pencil" as it is known locally, is an impressive lighthouse made of Irish granite, built in 1887 as a memorial to James Chaine, the developer of Larne Harbour.

    The tower was converted into a lighthouse by the Commissioners of Irish Lights in March 1899.
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    The tower is an exact replica of an Irish round tower and is 27 m high and 7.5 m wide at the base.
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    'The Pencil' as it's known locally. Built in the 1890's as a memorial to James Chaine who developed Larne Harbour.

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    1. MV Princess Victoria Memorial – Chaine Memorial Tower loop from Larne Harbour

    9.60km

    02:32

    80m

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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