Tarbert Island
Tarbert Island has a focal height of 18 metres and a tower height of 22.5 metres. It was built in 1834.
- Focal height
- 18 metres
- Tower height
- 22.5 metres
- Built
- 1834
- Coordinates
- 52.592, -9.3636
Tarbert is a village located in the north of County Kerry, Ireland. It lies on the N69 coast road, which runs along the Shannon estuary from Limerick before turning inland towards Listowel. The village has a population of 546, as of the 2022 census. Tarbert is situated on the mainland, connected by a short isthmus to the nearby Tarbert Island, which is linked to the town of Killimer in County Clare by a car ferry service.
Tarbert Island is home to a small lighthouse and an electricity plant, Tarbert Power Station, which was opened in 1969. The plant has a capacity of 640 MW and is powered by four oil-fired turbines. The island is also notable for its scenic views of the Shannon estuary and the surrounding landscape.
The village of Tarbert and the island have a rich history, with the island being an important location for trade and commerce in the past. Today, Tarbert is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside and access to a range of outdoor activities.
Light and tower
It lies on the River Shannon. The light has a focal height of 18 metres.
Details
- Year Built
- 1834
- Description
- There are two schools in the area: Tarbert National School (primary) and Tarbert Comprehensive (secondary). As of 2024, the secondary school had an enrolment of 501, and the national (primary) school had 138 pupils.
- Body Of Water
- River Shannon
- Location Text
- Kerry
- Focal Height M
- 18
- Tower Height M
- 22.5