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The Signal Stations
The construction, survival and historical context of the Signal Defensible Guard Houses in Connacht is a post graduate research project being undertaken at IT Sligo by Stuart Rathbone and Dr James Bonsall. This site presents some of the early results … Continue reading The Signal Stations
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The Project Team
The Irish Signal Stations Project is carried out at the Centre for Environmental Research Innovation and Sustainability (CERIS), an innovative and expert research cluster at IT Sligo. Stuart Rathbone has worked all over Ireland and Britain in a variety of … Continue reading The Project Team
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The Signal Masts
Although not visible at any of the sites today, arguably the most important element of the signal stations was the signal mast itself. These were 50ft (15.25m) tall masts that supported rigging from which would be suspended a series of … Continue reading The Signal Masts
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Recording the Signal Stations
During this project comprehensive surveys have been made of each of the signal stations in Connacht. A variety of methods were used to record plans, elevations and 3D models. The project has produced a vital record of what survives at … Continue reading Recording the Signal Stations
Kilcologue Point Signal Station, County Sligo
The signal station at Kilcologue Point is located on sloping ground above a series of short but steep and rocky cliffs. The site has good views except to the east but the adjacent signal stations, Streedagh to the south west … Continue reading Kilcologue Point Signal Station, County Sligo
Streedagh Signal Station, County Sligo
The unenclosed signal station at Streedagh consists of only the very low remains of a signal tower. The site is located on a low lying triangle of land projecting north ward into Sligo Bay. The site has clear views in all directions … Continue reading Streedagh Signal Station, County Sligo
Knocklane Hill Signal Station, County Sligo
The signal station at Knocklane Hill consists of the low stump of an unenclosed signal tower. It is located on a low hill overlooking Dooneragh Point which features a multi vallate promontory fort and a post-Medieval fortification. The site has … Continue reading Knocklane Hill Signal Station, County Sligo
Carrowmably Signal Station, County Sligo
The signal station at Carrowmably is located close to the edge of a hill over looking a narrow coastal plain. The signal station consists of a very well preserved signal tower that is set within a large pre existing oval … Continue reading Carrowmably Signal Station, County Sligo
