Tower of Refuge - Wikipedia
The Tower of Refuge from Shipwreck,[1] referred to as the Tower of Refuge, is a stone-built castellated structure which was erected on St Mary's Isle (also known as the Conister Rock) in Douglas Bay, Isle of Man, in order to afford shelter to mariners wrecked on the rock.
Isle of Man Guide - DOUGLAS, Tower of Refuge
2 days ago · Designed by John Welch the Tower of Refuge, as it came to be called, was completed in 1832. Situated upon Conister Rock in Douglas Bay a granite haven in the form of a small castle took its place as a lifesaver for sailors. Built at a cost of 254 of which almost half was paid by Hillary himself and the other by subscription.
Tower of Refuge - Visit Isle of Man
The Tower of Refuge is situated on Conister Rock, also known as St. Mary’s Isle, is a small structure erected upon a partially submerged reef, originally for the purpose of offering shelter to shipwreck victims until help could arrive.
Tower of Refuge - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2025) - Tripadvisor
He realised it was too far to swim to the shore and the Tower of Refuge in was built in 1832 on a partially submerged reef. It offered shelter and provisions for sailors awaiting rescue. The tower originally had a bell to summon help and a supply of bread and fresh water.
Douglas City Council - Tower of Refuge
Situated in Douglas Bay, the tower came into being after RNLI founder William Hillary petitioned for a sanctuary to be built on St Mary's Isle. A public subscription plus £78 of Sir William's own money met the building costs of £250.
St Mary's Isle - Wikipedia
St Mary's Isle (also known as Conister Rock or the Tower of Refuge, Manx: Kione y Sker or Creg Voirrey) is a partially submerged reef in Douglas Bay on the Isle of Man. Prior to 1832 the rock was the property of the Quane family until John Quane, Attorney General of the Isle of Man, presented the rock to Sir William Hillary, in his capacity as P...
Tower of Refuge - Isle of Man Castles & Towers - isleofman.com
St Mary's Isle is more commonly known as Conister Rock or the Tower of Refuge. The traveller arriving by sea at Douglas cannot help but notice, depending on the state of the tide, either a fortress-like building rising directly out of the sea, or, if it is low water, a long menacing reef of rock on which this structure is built.
Tower of Refuge Map - Castle - Douglas, Isle of Man
The Tower of Refuge from Shipwreck, referred to as the Tower of Refuge, is a stone-built castellated structure which was erected on St Mary's Isle in Douglas Bay, Isle of Man, in order to afford shelter to mariners wrecked on the rock. Photo: Chris Gunns, CC BY-SA 2.0. Ukraine is facing shortages in its brave fight to survive.
Tower of Refuge, Douglas - isle-of-man.com
Instantly recognisable feature of Douglas Harbour - built on top of Conister rocks which are submerged at high tide and prior to the building of the refuge (and the new pier) had claimed many lives.
Wreck of the St George & the Tower of Refuge - | Douglas, Isle of Man
Dec 3, 2019 · The Tower of Refuge, which was built to look like a castle, was designed by local architect John Welch who was also responsible for the design of other landmark buildings in the Isle of Man. It derives its name from a poem by Wordsworth. 20 other crew members.