GC40DGD Telegraph pole (Traditional Cache) in Leinster, Ireland created by Stalker80

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GC40DGD ▼

A cache by Stalker80 Message this owner

Hidden : 10/28/2012

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Size: Size: micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:

About cache:

The cache is hidden in a small camo container. Against the eyes of Muggles container protects a small stone.

The Telegraph pole:

In June 1852 work commenced, by R S Newall & Company, on an underwater telegraph cable. This cable ran from Holyhead in Wales to Howth Head in Dublin. The cable was extremely light weighing only 1 ton per mile and was laid in 18 hours by the steamer Britannia. This ship was protected by the guard ship HMS Prospero. After completion the cable was connected to land lines owned by the Electric Telegraph Company. Unfortunately, it failed after only 3 days. Another cable was laid in September 1854 and this was followed by another the following year. Both cables failed in 1859. In 1861, another cable was laid, this time from Balscadden Bay on the north side of Howth to Rhosneigr in Anglesey. It was hoped that the new landing places for the cable would avoid anchor damage from steamers and so protect it. Sadly, it had little effect and in 1865 this cable too failed.

About Howth:

At the northern tip of Dublin Bay, prepare yourself for a picturesque walk over cliff tops as you circle Howth head . With its stunning panoramic views, glance north to County Down’s Mountains of Mourne, south to the lush green Wicklow Mountains, and straight ahead for the expanse of Dublin city and its bay in between.

Howth is a bustling village that offers visitors a myriad of attractions – look out for Lambay Island, Ireland’s Eye, Howth Castle, The National Transport Museum, the Martello Tower and the brilliantly visible Baily Lighthouse, along with the legendary burial cairn at the peak of your walk.

Wildlife enthusiasts will adore this area, particularly Ireland’s Eye and its bird sanctuary, which boasts guillemots, razorbills, fulmars, gulls and gannets to name just a few. If you’re lucky, you may even see grey seals diving for fish just offshore.

WARNING!

The cache is located very close to the cliff. You must be careful when you approach to GZ.
Watch out for strong winds, wet grass and wet stones.
This cache is not recommended for kids.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

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Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)

Telegraph pole Traditional Cache