Camden Fort Meagher

Cork County Council-owned Camden Fort Meagher is internationally recognised as one of the finest remaining examples of a classical Coastal Artillery Fort in the world. 

For almost 400 years the fort played a key role as a strong strategic position for the defence of Ireland, the west coast of England and Wales. 

Camden Fort Meagher highlights include:

• The Bright Tunnel – Descends 160 feet from the top of the fort to the bottom.
• Granite Spiral Stairway– Offered soldiers rapid access to the magazine in the event of an attack.
• Magazine – Was once a store for vast amounts of munitions and gunpowder.
• Reenactments – Displays highlighting different eras take place regularly at Camden Fort Meagher.
• Panoramic views of Cork Harbour
• Exhibition Rooms – Interactive exhibitions time-lining the history of Camden Fort Meagher.
• Ground Zero 360 – The only resident 9-11 exhibition in the world outside of Manhattan, New York.
• Tea Rooms – Classically decorated Tea Rooms with an outdoor decking area.