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17 - Old Cork Waterworks Experience Built to serve an empire during a time of rebellion, maritime trade and mass emigration, Old Cork Waterworks stands
15 - Fitzgerald’s Park Fitzgerald’s Park on the Mardyke, a short stroll from the City Centre, is a beautiful 18 acre Park adjoining the River Lee. It has walkways,
proud on the Cork hillside overlooking the River Lee. Discover stories of Cork’s Victorian waterworks while exploring the former boiler & engines houses. Become a waterworks worker and unravel centuries of industrial heritage as you journey through our interactive exhibition.
an ornamental pond, a high quality inclusive playground, a lawn area with performance Pavilion, an award winning Sky Garden, a sculpture trail, café and also is home to Cork Public Museum.
Lee Road, T23 N828
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:30am until dusk Sat, Sun & Bank Holiday: 10am until dusk
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 09:00-17:00 Sat/Sun & Bank Hols: 10:00-17:00 (Closed Sat/Sun/bank hols from Oct-Mar) Admission: € 3- € 5 (incl free multilingual audioguide) 021 4941500 • oldcorkwaterworks@corkcity.ie www.oldcorkwaterworks.ie
Admission: Free
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16 - Cork City Gaol Located 2km from St. Patrick’s St, Cork City Gaol is suitable for all ages. With its castle like exterior this restored prison is furnished with life-size wax figures, fascinating sound effects and exhibitions telling the social history & contrasting lifestyles of 19th century
18 - Ballincollig Regional Park & Gunpowder Mills
This magnificent 150 acre park has numerous woodland walks and fine views of the River Lee. Within the Park grounds, are the very evident structures of the former Gunpowder Mills where at one time over 600 people were employed making gunpowder. The Powdermills is Ireland’s largest and most important
Cork and why some people turned to crime. Wandering through the atmospheric cell wings visitors get an insight into daily prison life at a time when high walls ensured no escape. Opening Hours: Please see website for latest opening information.
archaeological site, established in 1794, with the remains of over 100 buildings visible. With a large playground, outdoor gym, marked walking/running routes and pitches the park offers something for everyone.
Admission: (incl guidebook); € 7- € 11 (< 3 yrs free) Multilingual Audio Tour € 2pp 021 430 5022 • info@corkcitygaol.com www.corkcitygaol.com
Ground floor only
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:30am until dusk Sat, Sun & Bank Holidays: 10am until dusk
Admission: Free
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