By Dan Walsh
A public consultation on the proposed development of the Hook Lighthouse campus will take place from 3.30pm to 7.30pm on Thursday, November 12th at the Hook Lighthouse Café.
Developed in partnership by Hook Heritage CLG, Wexford County Council, Irish Lights, and Fáilte Ireland, the proposed Masterplan aims to improve visitor management and traffic flow and protect the sensitive coastal landscape and natural environment surrounding Hook Lighthouse.
Representatives from Hall McKnight Architects, together with members of the wider project and design team, will be available to present the proposed Masterplan and answer questions from members of the public.
Funding for the project was secured in 2019 through the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund (RRDF) under the Department of Rural and Community Development.
This funding facilitated a comprehensive feasibility study, including assessments of traffic management, environmental and ecological considerations, visitor services, and the long-term sustainable development of the site.
Hook Lighthouse is one of County Wexford’s most iconic landmarks and a site of immense cultural and historical importance. Widely recognised as the world’s oldest operational lighthouse, it attracts more than 200,000 visitors annually.
Subject to the statutory planning process, an application will be submitted to An Coimisiún Pleanála in late 2026.
Consultation materials will also be available online at www.wexfordcoco.ie from November 12th 2026.
