Hook Lighthouse

Hook Lighthouse Hook Lighthouse serves its original purpose today, it is truly a one of a kind experience . Book your
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Tours of the lighthouse are running every hour from 10.00am to 5.00pm - During the Winter season the last tour takes place at 4.00 pm.

We are enjoying not only magnificent days at Hook but the most magnificent sunsets too ☀️💛These beautiful pics were capt...
26/05/2026

We are enjoying not only magnificent days at Hook but the most magnificent sunsets too ☀️💛
These beautiful pics were captured by Ken Meay.

☀️ Summer has begun at Hook Lighthouse! ☀️Join us this June Bank Holiday Weekend for family fun by the sea at the world’...
26/05/2026

☀️ Summer has begun at Hook Lighthouse! ☀️

Join us this June Bank Holiday Weekend for family fun by the sea at the world’s oldest operational lighthouse 🌊⚓

✨ Take a guided lighthouse tour
☕ Enjoy delicious treats in our award-winning café
🛍 Browse the gift shop
🏴‍☠️ Let the kids explore the pirate ship playground
🌿 Relax on the lawn and soak up the coastal views

🎨 Art with Rose all weekend
🕚 11am – 3pm
👨‍👩‍👧 Kids & adult classes from €10pp
✅ No booking required

🛍 Sunday Local Craft Market
📅 Sunday 31st May 2026
⏰ 10am – 3.30pm

📍 Hook Lighthouse, Hook Head, Fethard-on-Sea, Co. Wexford

We’re open everyday — come make memories at the Hook!
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Good Morning Sunny Sunday ☀️💙Blue skies, sea breeze, and the sea pinks putting on their annual show 🌸💙Summer is blooming...
24/05/2026

Good Morning Sunny Sunday ☀️💙

Blue skies, sea breeze, and the sea pinks putting on their annual show 🌸💙

Summer is blooming beautifully around Hook Lighthouse, with the headland now carpeted in delicate sea pinks and the coast looking more magical than ever.

If you’re planning a visit, now is the perfect time to wander the headland, breathe in the fresh sea air, and soak up these stunning views. 🌊✨

As summer arrives, step into County Wexford, where every corner tells a story and every visit stirs something unforgetta...
21/05/2026

As summer arrives, step into County Wexford, where every corner tells a story and every visit stirs something unforgettable. From ancient settlements and majestic castles to elegant country estates, and from the powerful echoes of famine and rebellion to a rich maritime heritage, this is a place where Ireland’s past comes vividly to life.
Discover the Wonders of Wexford, where rich heritage, stunning landscapes, and hands-on experiences come together, perfect for families, friends, and explorers of all ages. Come for the stories, stay for the memories, and leave already planning your next visit.

Visit:
• Hook Lighthouse
• Enniscorthy Castle
• Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens
• Wells House & Gardens
• Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience
• Irish National Heritage Park
• 1798 Rebellion Centre

📍 Pick up your Wonders of Wexford brochure at any participating attraction
🎟️ Pay full price at one site and enjoy 10% off at partner locations

This summer, slow down, breathe it in, and follow the stories of the Wonders of Wexford. Make your next escape one that truly means something! Visit County Wexford and experience it for yourself.

⚠️ Due to a power outage in the area, Hook Lighthouse is currently operating on generator power.We are open as usual tod...
14/05/2026

⚠️ Due to a power outage in the area, Hook Lighthouse is currently operating on generator power.

We are open as usual today, and our café is also open with a limited menu available.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while we continue to welcome visitors throughout the day.

Friday morning at Hook Lighthouse 🌞Sunny skies, calm seas, and that peaceful stillness that only the ocean can bring. Th...
08/05/2026

Friday morning at Hook Lighthouse 🌞
Sunny skies, calm seas, and that peaceful stillness that only the ocean can bring. The light stretches across the water while the waves gently roll below — a beautiful start to the day on the edge of the world. 🌊✨

We’re open all weekend, so if you’re planning a coastal escape, come and experience the views, the history, and the fresh sea air for yourself.

🌊✨ Today’s the Day at Hook Lighthouse! ✨🌊Join us today, Sunday 3rd May, for our Shine A Light event here at Hook Lightho...
03/05/2026

🌊✨ Today’s the Day at Hook Lighthouse! ✨🌊

Join us today, Sunday 3rd May, for our Shine A Light event here at Hook Lighthouse from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.

We’re delighted to welcome incredible displays and demonstrations from the RNLI Lifeboats, Irish Coast Guard, and An Garda Síochána—a fantastic opportunity to see their vital work up close and meet the teams who help keep our coasts safe.

There’s something for everyone:
🎨 Face painting for the kids
🛍️ Local market traders
🏴‍☠️ Fun & games on the lawn with Pirate Lizzy

Bring the family, enjoy the fresh sea air, and be part of a great community day at one of Ireland’s most iconic landmarks.

We can’t wait to see you here! 💙

Good morning from Hook Lighthouse 🌊Happy May Bank Holiday weekend everyone, we are open daily for tours, coastal walks, ...
02/05/2026

Good morning from Hook Lighthouse 🌊

Happy May Bank Holiday weekend everyone, we are open daily for tours, coastal walks, and a breath of fresh sea air in one of Ireland’s most stunning settings.

As part of our weekend celebrations, don’t miss the Shine A Light Festival on Sunday, May 3—a free, family-friendly day from noon to 3pm with interactive coastguard displays, games, creative workshops, guided tours, and plenty of great food to enjoy.

Whether you’re visiting today, tomorrow, or making plans for Sunday, there’s something here for everyone ⚓

🌊✨ Shine A Light Festival Returns to Hook Lighthouse! ✨🌊Join us this Sunday, May 3rd for a spectacular day at the world’...
01/05/2026

🌊✨ Shine A Light Festival Returns to Hook Lighthouse! ✨🌊

Join us this Sunday, May 3rd for a spectacular day at the world’s oldest operational lighthouse as we celebrate the May Bank Holiday with the much-loved Shine A Light Festival, in partnership with Great Lighthouses of Ireland.

🕙 10am – 4pm | FREE EVENT

Bring the whole family and dive into a fun-filled day of maritime magic:
⚓ Interactive demos from Irish Coast Guard services
🎨 Hands-on activities & creative workshops (ticketed for kids + adults)
🎯 Family games & entertainment
🍴 Tasty food from our café & outdoor
🏴‍☠️ Pirate ship playground – always a hit with little adventurers

Explore our maritime exhibition and Eco education station, take in the views with a guided lighthouse tour running throughout the weekend. Feeling creative? Join one of the art sessions with Rose (booking required).

Relax, explore, and soak up the festival atmosphere with stunning coastal views and plenty of space for picnics and play.

Celebrate heritage, community, and the sea with us at one of Ireland’s most iconic landmarks 💙

🔗 Find out more: hookheritage.ie

🌊✨ SAVE THE DATE: MAY BANK HOLIDAY AT HOOK LIGHTHOUSE ✨🌊This May Bank Holiday, join us at the world’s oldest operational...
26/04/2026

🌊✨ SAVE THE DATE: MAY BANK HOLIDAY AT HOOK LIGHTHOUSE ✨🌊
This May Bank Holiday, join us at the world’s oldest operational lighthouse — Hook Lighthouse — for the Shine A Light Festival, a free, family-friendly celebration of Ireland’s rich maritime heritage in partnership with Great Lighthouses of Ireland.
📅 May 3 | 10am–4pm
🎟️ Free admission
Expect a full day of coastal adventure and discovery:
⚓ Interactive demonstrations from Irish Coast Services
⚓ Family games & hands-on activities
⚓ Children’s pirate ship play zone
⚓ Maritime museum & sustainability centre open all weekend
⚓ Guided lighthouse tours (10am–4pm daily)
⚓ Creative art workshops for kids & adults
⚓ Food stalls, café & outdoor catering on site
Bring the whole family, pack a picnic, and enjoy one of Ireland’s most iconic coastal settings with breathtaking sea views and centuries of history.

A day of heritage, imagination, and seaside fun — not to be missed! 🌊⚓

Address

Hook Head, Fethard On Sea, New Ross
Wexford
Y34KD93

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9:30am - 5pm
Sunday 9:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+35351397055

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