Craggaunowen, The Living Past
| County: | Co. Clare |
| Tel: | 061-360 788 |
| Fax: | 061-361 020 |
| Email: | reservations@shannonheritage.com |
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
Craggaunowen Castle was built by John MacSioda MacNamara in 1550 a descendant of Sioda MacNamara who built Knappogue Castle in 1467. It is a typical example of a fortified Tower House, which was the ordinary residence of the gentry at the time. After the collapse of the Gaelic Order, in the 17th century, the castle was left roofless and uninhabitable
General Information
| Address: | Kilmurry, near Quin, Co. Clare |
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| Telephone; | 061-360 788 |
| Fax: | 061-361 020 |
| Email: | reservations@shannonheritage.com |
| Website: | http://www.shannonheritage.com |
| Location: | Located off the R469 near Quin, Co. Clare |
| Season: | Mid April - September (May be subject to change) |
| Open Times: | Easter Sat, Sun & Mon and Mid May-September - Open Daily: 10.00-17.00. (Last admission 16.00) |
| Tours: | Self Guiding with a guiding service at peak times, Max No 40, languages subject to availability |
| Booking Contact: | Central Reservations (061-360 788) |
| Average Visit Length: | 1 hour 30 mins |
| Restaurant: | Tea Rooms (seats 24) |
| Picnic Area: | Yes |
| Shop: | Souvenirs, books and crafts |
| Information Guide: | English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Polish & Dutch |
| Coach Parking: | Yes |
| Group Booking Necessary: | Yes |
| Car Parking: | Yes |
| Disabled Access/Parking: | Yes |
Conference & Incentive
Craggaunowen - The Living Past is the ideal venue for incentive activities, teambuilding events and corporate family days. The ‘Essence of Celtic Life’ is a unique incentive idea. Become a Celt for a day in the Celtic Dwellings at Craggaunowen. Join in the Brehon Law Council, experience the daily life of Celtic Ireland, eat meat/fish cooked on the spit, learn about the Gods, Mystical Druids and Legendary Warriors of a Culture steeped in Magic where Art, Music, Dance and Story-telling were an integral part of Celtic Society. Have fun with the Celtic people of Craggaunowen
Entrance Fees
Adult: €9
Family (2 Adult + 2 Children): €21.50
Family (2 Adult + up to 6 Children): €24.50
Student: €6.85
Child: €5.50
OAP: €6.85
Education
At Craggaunowen students learn how people in Ireland’s prehistoric and early Christian era lived, fought, farmed and hunted. Their dwelling and hunting methods are explained by the guides in character set in the time period (subject to availability). Worksheets based on the Primary and Junior cert curriculum are available online at www.shannonheritage.com.
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