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Michael Collins Centre

The Michael Collins Centre explores the life and times of the famous leader with a 15 minute video and a guided tour of an exhibition of photographs and memorabilia. The tour includes a walk through a lifesize replica of an ambush site with Crossley Tender and Rolls Royce Armoured Car. Private Michael Collins Tours to his birth place at Woodfield, and Béal na mBláth, his place of death, are available by appointment. The Heritage Park interprets the history and folklore of West Cork through a Heritage Centre theatre and lifesize replicas of historical monuments found in the landscape. Special presentations are organised for groups which includes storytelling and baking on the open fire.

Directions:

Located 1.5km off the R600 (Clonakilty - Timoleague road). It is signposted off the R600.

Admission Prices:

Adult: €5 Child: €2 Student: €3 Senior: €5 Family: €12 Group Rates: Yes, depends on presentation required and time Children under 10: Free

Guided Tours Available:

Yes, mid June to mid September

Language Guides Available:

Yes, only on special appointments

Disabled Access:

Yes

Audio Visual Presentation:

Yes, video and slide & projector presentation

Opening Times:

Monday - Saturday: 10.30 am - 6.00 p.m. Sunday: By appointment only

Retail Outlet:

Yes

Other:

Groups and off season visits are welcome by appointment

Method of Payment:

Cash or cheque

Opening Months:

June - Mid September

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