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Heritage Week: ‘The Lost Tower Houses of Kinsale’ an archaeological perspective

Price

Free of charge

Dates

25/08/2024 - 25/08/2024
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location

Charles Fort Military Fortress

View of Charles Bastion from Charles Fort Coastal Walk

Join OPW Guide Ruairí Falvey for an illustrated talk on 'The Lost Tower Houses of Kinsale'. Ruairí shall examine the role and function of tower houses in Ireland, their
presence in Kinsale and what remains of them. There will be a special focus on the Barry Oges and their castle at Ringcurran, which was located on the current site of Charles Fort.

This is a free and fully seated event to take place in the Gunpowder Magazine at Charles Fort.
Pre-booking is essential. To book your seat please email: charlesfort@opw.ie
Please include your name, contact number, quantity of tickets required and the event that you are interested in.

Contact

Summer Cove
Kinsale
Co. Cork
P17 AY18

021 477 2263

Getting Here

3km from Kinsale – turn off Cork-Kinsale road (R600) 2km from the town.

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