Baltimore Beacon

The white stone beacon rises 50 feet high with a red spherical metal top, standing on a 160-foot cliff overlooking the channel between mainland and Sherkin Island.

Built in 1848 to replace an older warning structure, the beacon served as a crucial navigation aid for ships entering Baltimore Harbour through dangerous coastal waters.

The local population refers to the structure as Lot's Wife, drawing a connection to the biblical figure who transformed into a pillar of salt.

The site offers free access through a 25-minute walking path from Baltimore village, with limited parking space for five vehicles near the beacon location.

The wreck of the 17th-century vessel HMS Looe rests at the base of the cliff where this conical structure stands guard over the harbor entrance.

GPS coordinates: 51.47366,-9.38804

Latest update: March 5, 2025 23:07