A FANAD LIGHTHOUSE VIDEO COMPETITION

Share Your
Fanad Story

The wind, the waves, the climb to the top of the tower. Film your
moment on the peninsula and share it with the world, for the
chance to win a two night stay by the light.

ENTER NOWHOW IT WORKS
Win a 2 night stay at Fanad Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage
Win a 2 night stay at Fanad Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage

ABOUT THE CAMPAIGN

Everyone who
visits Fanad leaves with a story

Fanad Lighthouse has been voted one of the most
beautiful lighthouses in the world, and no two visits are ever the same. A first climb to the lantern room. A storm rolling in off Lough Swilly. A quiet morning coffee with the whole Atlantic to yourself.


Share Your Fanad Story invites you to capture that moment on video. Whatever the season, we want to see the peninsula through your eyes, and reward the storytelling that captures its magic best.

60s

MAX LENGTH

Any

DEVICE OR CAMERA

All Year

SEASONAL WINNERS
HOW IT WORKS

Four steps to share your story

1
Record
Film up to 60 seconds at the lighthouse or anywhere on the Fanad Peninsula Phone footage is perfect.
2
Register
Fill in the form below so we know who you are and how to reach you.
3
Submit
Send your video privately via email. No social account required, submission details are confirmed on registration.
4
Winners
The Fanad team reviews submissions weekly, selecting standout stories to share on social media. The winner is chosen based on engagement and storytelling quality.
ENTRY GUIDELINES

The essentials, kept simple

  • Open to everyone aged 18+. Family footage welcome, just make sure you have permission to feature anyone on camera.
  • Up to 60 seconds, filmed landscape or portrait, in MP4 or MOV. Original footage only, music must be royalty-free.
  • Filmed at Fanad; the lighthouse, the café, the trails or anywhere on the peninsula.
  • You keep your copyright. By entering you grant Fanad Lighthouse permission to feature your video in marketing, with credit.
Full terms, eligibility and prize conditions apply.
Read the competition terms & conditions

At a glance

Seasonal round; update these each cycle

DEADLINE Rolling · date TBC

MAX LENGTH 60 seconds

FORMAT MP4/MOV

ELIGIBILITY Aged 18+

PRIZE 2 night stay at Fanad Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage, including a welcome bottle of bubbly and a complimentary lighthouse tour.

REGISTER YOUR ENTRY

Everything You Need to Know

How do I enter?

Submit your content directly to: marketingfanadlighthouse@gmail.com

Please include:

Your name
Contact number
Location (optional)
Your edited video
A clean version of the video with no text, logos or watermarks
Suggested caption (optional)

Important: Only content submitted directly to Fanad Lighthouse email will be considered. Content posted on personal social media channels, tagged posts, comments, direct messages or any other platform will not be entered into the campaign.

What kind of content are you looking for?

We’re looking for creative, engaging and authentic content that showcases Fanad Lighthouse and the surrounding area. Some ideas:

  • The journey to Fanad Lighthouse
  • A day trip to Fanad
  • Staying overnight at the lighthouse cottages
  • The lighthouse tour experience
  • Views from the tower
  • The café and visitor experience
  • Sunrises and sunsets
  • Night skies and stargazing
  • Coastal walks and hidden viewpoints
  • Wildlife encounters
  • Stormy Atlantic weather
  • Family visits
  • Local history and heritage
  • A keeper’s story
  • Stories connected to the lighthouse and the local area
  • Encounters with local characters and community stories
  • The changing seasons at Fanad Lighthouse
  • The wider Fanad Peninsula and nearby attractions

We encourage creators to tell a story rather than simply film a location. Show us what makes your experience memorable.

What are the video guidelines?

  • Videos should be original content created by you
  • Videos should be suitable for all audiences
  • Landscape or portrait formats are welcome
  • We recommend a duration of 15–90 seconds
  • Good quality footage and clear storytelling are encouraged
  • Open to persons aged 18 and over
  • Entrants are responsible for ensuring they have permission to use any music, imagery or other copyrighted material contained within their submission — for that reason, preference won’t necessarily be given to videos with music added
  • If identifiable individuals appear in your video, you should ensure they have consented to being filmed and featured

Will my video be featured?

Throughout the season, selected videos will be featured across Fanad Lighthouse social media channels. If your content is selected, we encourage you to share the post with friends and family and help us spread the story of Fanad Lighthouse.
Please note that submission does not guarantee publication. Fanad Lighthouse reserves the right to select which entries are featured.

How is the winner chosen?

The overall winner will be selected at the end of the campaign. The judging process will consider:

  • Creativity
  • Storytelling
  • Quality
  • Originality
  • Audience engagement
  • Overall contribution to the Fanad Lighthouse story

The judges’ decision will be final. Entries accepted until 15 September 2026.

What happens to my content once I submit it?

By submitting content to the Fanad Lighthouse Creator Campaign, you grant Fanad Lighthouse permission to:

  • Share and repost your content
  • Edit content where required
  • Use content on social media platforms
  • Use content on the Fanad Lighthouse website
  • Use content in future marketing and promotional campaigns

Credit will be given to creators wherever reasonably possible. Fanad Lighthouse reserves the right not to publish any submission and to withdraw or amend the campaign if necessary.

Thank you for helping us tell the story of Fanad Lighthouse — we look forward to seeing it through your lens.

ENTER THE COMPETITION

Register your story

Register your details below, then send your video privately via email to marketingfanadlighthouse@gmail.com. Submissions are reviewed weekly; standout stories are selected to feature on our social channels, and the winner is chosen based on engagement and storytelling quality.

  • Register hereTakes under a minute.
  • Send your video privatelyVia Email
  • Watch for winnersFeatured on our social channels each season.

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

Come and make a story
of your own

Accommodation

Three restored keeper's cottages with stunning sea views, open all year.

Tours

Climb the tower with a local guide and hear the keepers' stories.

Café

Warm up with coffee and homemade treats, with the Atlantic at the window.

Fanad Peninsula

Beaches, trails and viewpoints along one of Ireland's most beautiful drives.

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