Duncannon Fort, Star fort with lighthouse on Hook Peninsula, County Wexford, Ireland.
Duncannon Fort sits on a peninsula in Waterford Harbour, featuring bastions, ramparts, underground passages, and a deep moat along the coastline.
The fort, constructed in 1587 by Queen Elizabeth I to defend against Spanish Armada, witnessed multiple sieges during the Irish Confederate Wars.
The fort maintains its connection to the traditional Irish ballad 'The Croppy Boy', which narrates the tale of a young soldier's execution.
Guided tours operate Wednesday through Sunday in summer months, lasting 45 minutes, with tickets available online or at Hook Tourism Office.
Three bastioned forts exist in County Wexford, yet Duncannon Fort remains the single location accessible for public exploration.
Location: County Wexford
GPS coordinates: 52.22077,-6.93663
Latest update: March 3, 2025 09:47
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