Craggaunowen, The Living Past
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At Craggaunowen-The Living Past, we come to the arrival of the Celts in
Ireland. The story is told of how they lived, farmed, hunted and died.
Visitors can, for example, see a replica of a Crannóg (Lake Dwelling),
Ring Fort and “An Iron Age Roadway.” Craggaunowen Castle which was
built around 1550 is also situated on the grounds.
A major feature is the “Brendan Boat” built by Tim Severin who sailed
from Ireland to Greenland, re-enacting the voyage of St. Brendan,
reputed to have discovered America centuries before Columbus. See
animals such as Soay sheep and wild boar which are actual species of
the pre-historic era.

ADDRESS: Kilmurry, near Quin, Co. Clare
TEL: 061-367 178 / 061-360 788
FAX: 061-361 020
EMAIL: reservations@shannon-dev.ie
WEBSITE: www.shannonheritage.com

LOCATION: 12 miles south east of Ennis

SEASON: Mid April - September

OPENING TIMES:
Mid Apr-Sept: Open daily: 10.00-18.00
Last admission 17.00
Off Season: Group bookings on request

GROUP BOOKINGS NECESSARY: Yes

BOOKING CONTACT: Central Reservations (061-360 788)

MANAGER: Pauline Linehan

AVERAGE VISIT LENGTH: 1 1/2 hours

ENTRANCE FEES: Adult: €8.95 / Child: €5.25 Peak Season Family: €20.50 (2A + 2C), €21.50 (2A + 4C)

GUIDED TOURS: Max No: 40, Duration: 45 minutes Languages: English

RESTAURANT: Tea Rooms (seats 24)

PICNIC AREA: Yes

SHOP: Souvenirs, books and crafts

INFORMATION GUIDE: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish & Dutch

COACH PARKING: Yes

CAR PARKING: Yes

DISABLED ACCESS/TOILET: Yes