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Napoleonic Gun Battery talk on Scattery Island for Heritage Week

Price

Free but independant boat charge applies

Dates

16/08/2026 - 16/08/2026
1:00 pm - 6:15 pm

Location

Scattery Island Monastic Site and Visitor Centre

Join us for National Heritage Week 2026 on Sunday August 16th on Scattery Island where Labasheeda historian Stephen McDonagh and former Scattery Island guide will be leading a walk to the early 19th century Napoleonic Gun Battery located near the island's working lighthouse and explaining about the history of this impressive fortification. Also on the day, our OPW guides will lead tours of the 6th century monastic settlement founded by Saint Senan. Please note this is a 4.5 hour stay on island..

Please note Ferry boat departs from Kilrush Marina V15 AD62 at 12pm and charge applies.
For Bookings please see www,scatteryislandtours.com or phone 085-2505514

Contact

Kilrush
Co. Clare

087 995 8427

Getting Here

2.5km boat trip from Kilrush Marina – scatteryislandtours.com

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