Signal goes out to warn lighthouse keepers of approaching Gathering

An unique Gathering event will take place at the world’s oldest operating lighthouse later this year, featuring lighthouse keepers from across the globe.

Details of the ‘Calling All Lighthouse Keepers’ Gathering were announced yesterday at Hook Lighthouse in Co Wexford, when a small group of past lighthouse keepers discussed plans for the occasion, which takes place from Sept 13 to 15.

Located on the Hook Peninsula, the 800-year-old lighthouse was built by William Marshal, Earl of Pembroke, in the early 13th century, to guide ships safely around the peninsula. It has been attended by more than 100 lighthouse keepers since around 1810.