Craggaunowen, The Living Past
| County: | Co. Clare |
| Tel: | 061 360788 |
| Fax: | 061-361 020 |
| Email: | reservations@shannonheritage.com |
Craggaunowen - The Living Past Experience is Ireland's original award winning Pre-Historic Park. Situated on 50 acres of wooden grounds, the Park interprets Ireland most pre-historic and early christian eras. It features a stunning recreation of some of the homesteads, animals and artefacts which existed in Ireland during those time periods. Visitors can, for example, see a replica of Crannog (Lake Dwelling) Ring Fort and an Iron Age Roadway and an outdoor cooking site. A major feature is the 'Brennan Boat' built by Tim Severin who sailed from Ireland to Newfoundland, re-enacting the voyage of St. Brennan, reputed to have discovered America centuries before Columbus. Visit Craggaunowen Castle built in 1550 standing defiantly on a crag overlooking the lake. See rare animal breeds such as Soay sheep and wild boar - specimens of the pre-historic era.
General Information
| Address: | Kilmurry, near Quin, Co. Clare |
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| Telephone; | 061 360788 |
| Fax: | 061-361 020 |
| Email: | reservations@shannonheritage.com |
| Website: | http://www.shannonheritage.com |
| Location: | Located off the R469 near Quin, Co.Clare |
| Season: | Mid April to September (May be Subject to change) |
| Open Times: | Opening times: 10.00-17.00 Please refer to website or call central reservations for more information |
| Tours: | Self Guided with Guiding service at peak times, Max No.: 40, languages subject to availability |
| Booking Contact: | Central Reservations (061 360788) |
| Average Visit Length: | 1 1/2 hours |
| Entrance Fees: |
Adult: €9.00 Child: €5.50 Family: €21.50 (2A + 2C), €24.50 (2A + 6C) |
| Restaurant: | Tea Rooms (seats 24) |
| Picnic Area: | Yes |
| Shop: | Souvenirs, books and crafts |
| Information Guide: | English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Polish & Dutch |
| Coach Parking: | Yes |
| Group Booking Necessary: | Yes |
| Car Parking: | Yes |
| Disabled Access/Parking: | Yes |
Education
Craggaunowen is ideal for educational visits. We come to the arrival of the Celts at Craggaunowen. The story is told how they lived, fought, farmed,hunted and died. Their dwelling and hunting methods are explained by the guides in character set in the time period (subject to availability). Worksheets based on the Primary and Junior cert curriculum are available here
Conference & Incentive
Craggaunowen - The Living Past is the ideal venue for incentive activities, teambuilding events and corporate family days. The ‘Essence of Celtic Life’ is a unique incentive idea. Become a Celt for a day in the Celtic Dwellings at Craggaunowen. Join in the Brehon Law Council, experience the daily life of Celtic Ireland, eat meat/fish cooked on the spit, learn about the Gods, Mystical Druids and Legendary Warriors of a Culture steeped in Magic where Art, Music, Dance and Story-telling were an integral part of Celtic Society. Have fun with the Celtic people of Craggaunowen
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