Millbay pier, Islandmagee
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Millbay pier, Islandmagee
Image: © Albert Bridge Taken: 13 May 1989
Limestone is common in east Antrim. There were several piers erected around the coast of Islandmagee to facilitate its export. I have not been able to trace a source which gives all locations. The pier, in the townland of Carnspindle, is however recorded as having been completed in 1834 for one Archibald Donnan at a cost of £450. It seems that it was subject to silting and fell into disuse. Magheramorne quarry is in the background. Image shows a similar view in 2017.
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Image Location
Latitude
54.82281
Longitude
-5.751579