Dictionary of Irish Architects 1720 - 1940

Selected: CO. CORK, BLACKPOINT, LIGHTHOUSE

Name: BENSON, JOHN (SIR)
Building: CO. CORK, BLACKPOINT, LIGHTHOUSE
Date: 1858
Nature: Lighthouse 'of a more ornamental character and different design from those on the coast and headlands of Ireland' to be erected on estate of Mr Smith Barry from designs of JB. Brick and limestone. Will cost about £800.
Refs: B 16, 28 Aug 1858, 591