The Great Light

The Great Light is one of the largest optics of its kind ever built in the world, and is around 130 years old. Weighing 10 tonnes and measuring 7 metres tall, the optic is a unique maritime heritage object with significance to Belfast's economic, maritime and industrial past. This 1887 optic once shone from the lighthouses on Tory Island, County Donegal and Mew Island, County Down. Sitting by the water on the scenic Titanic Walkway in the heart of the Titanic Quarter, Belfast.

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Established
1887
Protected
Yes
Main building material
Steel
Height
7m
Light height
7m
Light width
10nm
Automated
No
Owner/operator
Maritime Belfast

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