Duncannon Fort was built in 1588 on a prominent headland jutting out into Waterford Harbour. Fears of a possible invasion by the Spanish Armada was the deciding factor in locating at this important site.
It is star-shaped and surrounded by a ten metre high dry moat. A military road, which was very straight for it's time, was constructed which linked Duncannon with Wexford town on the east coast. Prisoners were held here during the 1798 Rebellion before being sent across the harbour to Geneva Barracks (GC1FBVX) for trial.
The cache site is situated above the beach which is on the southern side of the fort. The cache is a camouflaged film canister. BYOP.
!! WARNING !! - this area is only accessible from the beach below the fort and may be cut off during high tide times. Use the path which starts near the southeastern ramparts. Do not attempt the climb during wet or stormy weather or at night - as the narrow grassy path leading to the cache site is very slippery and slopes out to the edge. Climbing boots are best for grip on this dangerous terrain. Be extra careful on the return downwards.