The Chaine Memorial, Larne

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The Chaine Memorial, Larne

Image: © Albert Bridge Taken: 26 Nov 2007

Another shot of the Chaine Memorial tower. It was built, at the end of a short causeway, in 1887 in memory of James Chaine MP Image who owned Larne harbour. The architect, SP Close, is said to have used Antrim round tower Image as a model. It has doubled as a lighthouse since 1899. The “European Highlander” is arriving from Cairnryan. Image shows a completely different view in June 2012.

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Image Location

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Latitude
54.853587
Longitude
-5.798299