Wicklow's Historic Gaol
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Hear stories as told by the Gaoler, Richard Hoey, the 19th century
Gaol Matron, Mary Morris, and the Ship’s Captain, Luckyn Betts, as
they take you on an unforgettable journey through Irish history.
Wander through the cells, explore the recently re-opened Dungeon,
meet the inmates and listen to their stories before you embark upon
a journey to Botany Bay aboard the Hell Ship the “Hercules”.

ADDRESS: Kilmantin Hill, Wicklow Town, Co. Wicklow
TEL: 0404-61599
FAX: 0404-61612
EMAIL: wccgaol@eircom.net
WEBSITE: www.wicklowshistoricgaol.com

LOCATION: Top of Wicklow Town, beside the Courthouse

SEASON: Mar 17th to Oct 31st

OPENING TIMES:
Mar-Sept: Daily: 10.00-18.00 - Last admission 17.00
Oct: Daily: 10.00-17.00 - Last admission 16.00

GROUP BOOKINGS
NECESSARY: Yes

BOOKING CONTACT: William Kinsella

AVERAGE VISIT LENGTH: 1-1.5 hours

ENTRANCE FEES: Adult: €6.80 / Child: €3.95
OAP/Student: €4.90 / Family: €18.20 (2A + 3C)

GUIDED TOURS: Gaol is partially guided. Max No: 35
Tours leave every 10 minutes.
Languages: English. Cell by cell guides are available in foreign languages.

AUDIO VISUAL: Audio-visual presentations throughout the building in the cells.
Languages: English.

RESTAURANT: Tea Rooms serving tea/coffee and pastries (seats 60).

PICNIC AREA: Yes

SHOP: Yes

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

COACH PARKING: Yes, capacity for 4 coaches

CAR PARKING: Yes, capacity for 28 cars, plus 2 disabled spaces

DISABLED ACCESS/TOILET: Limited. Disabled toilets are available.