Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre
| County: | Co. Offaly |
| Tel: | 057-932 5015 |
| Fax: | 057-932 5016 |
| Email: | info@tullamore-dew.org |
Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre, housed in the 1897 Bonded Warehouse, relates the story of Tullamore Dew Whiskey/Irish Mist Liqueur and the development of the town of Tullamore. Visitors can wander through the various recreated working stations, such as malting, bottling or cooperage areas and learn how the whiskey was made. Throughout the tour visitors can interact with the artefacts, admire bees collecting honey for the production of Irish Mist, try on outfits worn on canal barges in the 1850s and learn about the history of Tullamore Town. Audio-visual presentation, guided and self-guided tours, complimentary tasting of Tullamore Dew Whiskey or Irish Mist Liqueur. Facilities include Coffee Shop/Bar/Tourist Office/Gift Shop.
General Information
| Address: | Bury Quay Tullamore Co Offaly |
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| Telephone; | 057-932 5015 |
| Fax: | 057-932 5016 |
| Email: | info@tullamore-dew.org |
| Website: | http://www.tullamore-dew.org |
| Location: | Bury Quay, Tullamore, Co. Offaly |
| Season: | All Year |
| Open Times: | May-Sept: Mon-Sat: 9-6, Sun/Bank Holidays: 12-5 Oct-Nov: Mon-Sat: 10-5, Sun/Bank Holidays:12-5 |
| Booking Contact: | Deirdre O’Brien - McGivney |
| Manager: | Deirdre O’Brien - McGivney |
| Average Visit Length: | 1 hour approx |
| Entrance Fees: | Adult: €6.00 / Student/OAP: €5.00 Child: €3.50 / Family: €15.50 |
| Audio Visual: | Seating: 50, Duration: 6 minutes Languages: English, French & German |
| Exhibition: | Story Board, hands on interactives, audiovisuals, art and artefacts, Languages: English,French & German |
| Restaurant: | Fully licenced coffee shop / Bar |
| Picnic Area: | Yes |
| Shop: | Exclusive range of whiskey, gifts & jewellery |
| Information Guide: | English, French, German, Polish, Spanish, |
| Coach Parking: | Yes |
| Group Booking Necessary: | Yes |
| Car Parking: | Yes |
| Disabled Access/Parking: | Yes |
Taste of Tullamore Dew
There's no substitute for discovering this quintessentially Irish whiskey for yourself. Perhaps you're enjoying a glass of Tullamore Dew while sitting by an open fire in an Irish pub, sharing the company of old friends. Maybe you're enjoying the lively atmosphere of a modern city bar, or relaxing at home. Wherever you are, settle back and savour a glass or two to discover this whiskey with hidden depths. Sip it slowly - with the merest splash of water to open the flavours - and it will reward you with the secrets of its gentle Irish character
TULLAMORE DEW HERITAGE CENTRE TO CLOSE FOR REFURBISHMENT WORKS
William Grant & Sons, the owners of Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey announced that the Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre closed from Wednesday, 30th November to prepare for its redevelopment next year. The new Visitor Centre is expected to open during the 2012 summer tourist season and is ultimately expected to attract up to 40,000 visitors annually – more than double the current number.
“The creation of a new Centre where visitors from around the world can truly engage with the whiskey they love is an important part of our investment in Tullamore Dew. William Grant & Sons has a long track record in this field and our Visitor Centres in Scotland for Glenfiddich and The Balvenie are among the most popular attractions in the country. We look forward to creating a top class tourist attraction for Tullamore and the Midlands and will be working with the local community throughout the project”, said Tullamore Dew Global Brand Director, Shane Hoyne.
Planning permission for the new Centre will be lodged in the coming weeks and the redevelopment work is expected to begin early in the New Year.
The major focus over the coming weeks is to carefully catalogue and archive the numerous historical artifacts contained in the Heritage Centre, many of which have been donated by members of the local community over the years. These artifacts, which represent key dates and events in local and national history, will be meticulously documented and processed for their safe return to the Brand Experience or the original donors. Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre will be in correspondence with these donors over the coming weeks.
William Grant & Sons acquired Tullamore Dew in 2010 and it is one of its six core global brands. Along with Hendrick’s Gin and Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum it is marketed throughout the world from the company’s Global Marketing Office in Dublin.
Guided Tours
Low season
11.30-14.30: Self-guided tours all day
Duration: 45 minutes, followed by a tasting of Tullamore Dew or Irish Mist
Self-guided
English, French, German, Czech, Italian, Spanish, Sweden
High Season
Guided Tours on request - French, German & English
Schools
Located in the 1897 Bonded warehouse on the banks of the Grand Canal, the Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre is an ideal educational visit for pupils of all ages. Children can learn about:
* The History of the Bogs
* Landlords
* Irish Architecture
* The History and Wildlife of the Grand Canal
* The Famine
* The Irish Civil War
* Tullamore Towns Formation
Learn how honey is made by watching our resident live colony of bees at work, see the canal wildlife in our aquarium or dress up as a 19th century merchant. The guided tour includes a worksheet and lasts approximately 11/4 hours. Why not try your hand at basket making or coopering at one of our workshops. Workshops are available on different themes (according to specific requirements)
Booking Contact: info(at)tullamore-dew.org
