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How to find us

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The Heritage Centre, a tourist attraction, is situated in Skibbereen, one of West Cork’s picturesque towns. 

From Cork City: Take the N71 road through Bandon and Clonakily, approximately 50 miles.

From Killarney: Take the N71 road via Kenmare and Bantry. Follow the roadsigns to Skibbereen, approximately 50 miles.

Map of Skibbereen When in Skibbereen follow the N71 onto Bridge Street. With Baby Hannah’s pub on your left, continue straight on the narrower road. Do not follow the road around to the right into Ilen Street. On the narrow road, Upper Bridge Street, 50 metres to the right is the entrance to the Heritage Centre and car park.If coming on the Cork Road, take a right at the first roundabout to follow N71 to Schull and then a left turn at the next roundabout towards town centre. You then take the first turn right onto Upper Bridge Street

Historical Walks

Skibbereen Historical Walks Escorted evening walking tour of Skibbereen town available twice weekly. Learn about the history of Ireland via the existing sites in Skibbereen town. Tour conducted by qualified tour guide. Adult price €4.50. The tour takes approx 90 minutes. Please telephone the Centre to reserve a space.  

 

Opening Times and Admission Fees

Opening Hours

05 February -7th of March, Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm.

11th of March -  22th of May and
25th of September - End of October
Tuesday - Saturday 9.30am - 6pm
Last admission: 5.15pm. 

Open all over St. Patrick's weekend and Easter weekend

25th of May - 23th of September
7 Days 9.30am - 6pm


Open to groups and individuals outside hours and during the Winter. 

Please contact Terri at the numbers listed below or just try the door!

 

 

Admission Fees

Adult: €6.00
Family: €14 (2ad + 4ch)
Child: €3.00
Student / Senior : €
4.50

Group rates available for
groups over 10 people

 

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  Skibbereen Heritage Centre

  Old Gas Works, Upper Bridge Street, Skibbereen, Co. Cork, Ireland

  Telephone: (353) 28 40900    E-mail: info@skibbheritage.com