Skibbereen Heritage Centre
| County: | Co. Cork |
| Tel: | 028-40900 |
| Fax: | 028-40957 |
| Email: | info@skibbheritage.com |
The Great Famine Exhibition- learn about this period of Irish History using the latest in multimedia technology. skibbereen was one of the worst affected areas in Ireland, as testified by the mass graves near the town where almost 10,000 victims are buried. Visitors can also take a historical walking tour of the town. The Lough Hyne visitors centre reveal the unique nature of this marine lake, Ireland's first Marine Nature Reserve. Find out about the history, Folklore and more formation of this renowned natural phenomenon. Follow with a trip to the lake and kayak or follow the Nature Trail Walk. Genealogy service for the greater Skibbereen area including RC Church records, censuses, Griffith's Tithes etc. Other features; archeology information, wildlife of the river llen, gift shop, hot and cold drinks and snacks, wheelchair friendly, car park adjacent.
General Information
| Address: | Old Gasworks Building, Upper Bridge Street, Skibbereen, Co. Cork |
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| Telephone; | 028-40900 |
| Fax: | 028-40957 |
| Email: | info@skibbheritage.com |
| Website: | http://www.skibbheritage.com |
| Location: | Skibbereen Town |
| Season: | Mid March to End October Winter season by appointment |
| Open Times: | Mid Mar-May: Tue-Sat: 10.00-18.00 Jun-Mid Sept: Daily: 10.00-18.00 Mid Sept-Oct: Tue-Sat:10.00-18.00 |
| Tours: | Guided tour available to groups giving talk on Famine period Duration: 15 mins |
| Booking Contact: | info@skibbheritage.com |
| Manager: | Terri Kearney |
| Average Visit Length: | 1 hour |
| Entrance Fees: | Adult: €5.50 / Child: €2.50 Family: €14.00 / Student/OAP: €4.00 |
| Audio Visual: | Audio visual on Lough Hyne. Seating: 40, Duration: 15 mins, Languages: English, French & German |
| Exhibition: | Lough Hyne Visitor Centre: Fascinating insight into Ireland’s first Marine Nature Reserve. Great Famine Commemoration Exhibition |
| Restaurant: | Yes |
| Picnic Area: | Yes |
| Shop: | Crafts and book shop |
| Information Guide: | English, Irish, French, German & Dutch |
| Coach Parking: | Yes |
| Group Booking Necessary: | Yes |
| Car Parking: | Yes |
| Disabled Access/Parking: | Yes |
Schools
Located in award winning, historic Old Gasworks building, there are two main exhibitions: Learn about the Great Famine of the 1800s using the latest in multimedia technology. Talk on Great Famine given by tour guide available to all groups by pre-booking. Suitable for history and social studies students. Discover nearby Lough Hyne, Ireland’s first Marine Nature Reserve. Learn about its history and formation with audiovisual and see some local species in the salt-water aquarium. Can follow with a visit to the lake with its walking trails or kayaking by arrangement. Suitable for geography and nature studies
Conference & Incentive
Appreciate the award winning, beautifully restored Old Gasworks building with its riverside location. Learn about the Great Famine of the 1800s using the latest in multimedia technology. Talk on Great Famine by tour guide available to all groups by pre-booking. Discover nearby Lough Hyne, Ireland’s first Marine Nature Reserve, with its picturesque walking trails with a multi-lingual audio visual. An ideal town centre venue for evening or off-season functions with unique ambience and location
