Probably due to the time of year, we had a personal tour with guide John. What a delight. His knowledge and familiarity with the lighthouse, it's history, the local history and personal acquaintance … Full review by 48294RickW
Nov 17, 2024
Six of us went on the tour and we were joined by another couple so it was quite an intimate tour. So we were able to ask and engage with our tour guide. We were lucky to have the wonderful Lisa, she … Full review by Gordon C
Sep 5, 2024
Amazing trip to Hook Lighthouse. We opted to do the tour which we would not normally do and probably it was one of the best tours we have ever been on. Lisa the tour guide was enthusiastic, informat… Full review by h1479
Hook Lighthouse, the oldest operational lighthouse in the world. 800 Years of lighthouse keeping. The Visitor center at Hook Lighthouse offers guided tours of the lighthouse tower, a 13th Century …
Hook Lighthouse, the oldest operational lighthouse in the world. 800 Years of lighthouse keeping. The Visitor center at Hook Lighthouse offers guided tours of the lighthouse tower, a 13th Century Norman structure, built by William Marshal, the Earl of Pembroke, as part of the development of his Lordship of Leinster, Guided tours of the lighthouse, culminating with the spectacular view from the balcony, operate every day, the visitor centre houses a first class gift shop and there is a cafe which has seafood specials and home baking. There is a free to view Maritime Exhibition centre with Coast Guard memorabilia and information on the Whales and Dolphins which are often spotted from the Coastline.Parking is free and The Lighthouse grounds have picnic tables and free games for all to enjoy and Relax by the Sea. In clear weather you can see for miles and in a storm the spray often reaches the top of the lighthouse! Social Enterprise Community Tourism Project Thank you for your reviews
Are dogs permitted in the grounds of the lighthouse?
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Yes dogs are permitted to be on the grounds but can’t go inside the actual light house. We had our friends golden retriever with us and we saw loads of other dogs on lead hanging out …
Yes dogs are permitted to be on the grounds but can’t go inside the actual light house. We had our friends golden retriever with us and we saw loads of other dogs on lead hanging out near the grassy area.
Do you need to book tickets (family of 4) in advance or can they be bought at the door? Just not sure of our arrival time so don't want to be under pressure to make a dedicated time slot - thanks!
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You can buy them at the door but you may have to wait for an hour or two depending on how busy the day is with visitors. We had to wait an hour.
YES dogs are welcome but not in Cafe area ,, due to food and health restrictions .. be careful if you go walking on the rocks at the back of the Lighthouse as rocks are slippy and the sea …
YES dogs are welcome but not in Cafe area ,, due to food and health restrictions .. be careful if you go walking on the rocks at the back of the Lighthouse as rocks are slippy and the sea comes gushing through various cracks and might catch you out.
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