Historic clock tower gets a timely makeover

The first of a two-stage restoration project on one of Ireland’s most distinctive monuments has seen the dome capping Youghal’s Clock Gate completely restored.

A splendid new copper dome, lined with waterproof plywood, has replaced a previous leaden structure.

The dome, measuring 11m in diameter, will take on “a greenish hue from weather exposure,” within a couple of weeks, according to Brandon Duarte, site manager with MMD Construction, who are carrying out the work.