Name: Fermanagh County Museum
Rating: 5.0

Fermanagh County Museum

Enniskillen Castle, Enniskillen, UK

1-99 Years

Paid

Description

Enniskillen Castle is located on the shore of the River Erne in Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, N Ireland. It was originally built in the 16th century by Hugh 'The Hospitable' Maguire. It was later used as an English garrison fort and military barracks.

Experience Fermanagh’s unique heritage in the beautiful setting of Enniskillen Castle on the banks of the River Erne. Begin your journey at the gateway to Fermanagh’s heritage, travelling from prehistory to the present day. Your self-guided visit takes in the historic Castle buildings, including the Watergate and Courtyard.

Price starts from £6.50 for Adults(18 years and over), £4.50 for Children(under 5s free) and £16.50 for Family(2 Adults and up to 3 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

Paid
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Visit the Castle: Experience Fermanagh’s unique heritage in the beautiful setting of Enniskillen Castle on the banks of the River Erne. Begin your journey at the gateway to Fermanagh’s heritage, travelling from prehistory to the present day. Your self-guided visit takes in the historic Castle buildings, including the Watergate and Courtyard. Enjoy Fermanagh County Museum and The Inniskilling Museum, from the oldest rooms in Enniskillen to our inspirational art collection. We look forward to welcoming you!
Fermanagh County Museum: Explore our inspirational galleries showcasing the unique heritage of Fermanagh, the Lakelands County.Step back in time to discover the earliest settlers in Fermanagh and learn about living on a crannog – an artificial island dwelling. Explore the oldest rooms in Enniskillen in the Medieval Maguires Gallery.
The Inniskillings Museum: Enniskillen has the unique honour of being the only town in Great Britain and Ireland to give its name to two regiments, the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers and the 5th Royal Inniskilling Dragoon Guards, now part of the Royal Irish Regiment and the Royal Dragoon Guards respectively. The Castle was the birthplace of these regiments more than 330 years ago.
Collections: Our museum collections include over 14,600 artefacts, spanning thousands of years of local heritage and the arts from prehistory to the present. Objects reflect stories of local, national, and in some cases international importance, with strong connections to the Fermanagh and Omagh region. To discover what and why we collect, look at our Collections Management Framework. Browse our online collections or click on the links below to explore selected highlights.
Mystery Objects: Have a go at guessing what these objects are for. Click on the clue to find the answer. Click again for further details.There are no prizes for guessing correctly!

Facilities

Car Parking: Car parking is available in the car park opposite the Castle Entrance. There are designated spaces for people who hold a Blue Badge. Patrons are advised not to use these spaces unless entitled to do so, with their Blue Badge displayed prominently. A drop off point is available to the left of the front entrance door.
Food & Drinks: The Café is located passed the stairs and Gift Shop area. The furniture can be easily moved to suit the customers. Automatic doors at the back of the Café allow customers to take their food or drink outside to the plaza area. The café is currently closed.
Toilet: There is an Accessible Toilet located to the left of the stairs in the main Visitor Centre. There is an emergency alarm cord beside the Toilet.

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Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Adult: £6.50
Child: £4.50 (under 5 years are free)
Student/Senior Concession: £4.50
Family (2 Adults + 3 Children): £16.50

Pricing URL: https://www.enniskillencastle.co.uk/visit/admission-charges/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Monday to Friday: 9.30am – 5.00pm.
Saturdays: 11.00am – 5.00pm.
Sundays (Jun to Sept): 11.00am – 5.00pm.
Bank Holidays: Open on NI & ROI Bank Holidays (apart from the Christmas period) from 9:30am* – 5:00pm

Address: Enniskillen Castle, Enniskillen, UK

Post Code: BT74 7HL

Council: Enniskillen

County: Fermanagh

How to Get Here: Enniskillen Castle is located on the Wellington Road, Enniskillen and within easy walking distance of the town centre. There is a free car park adjacent to the castle. The Enniskillen Bus Centre is three minutes walk from the castle. There are no rail services within Co. Fermanagh.
Car Parking: Car parking is available in the car park opposite the Castle Entrance. There are designated spaces for people who hold a Blue Badge. Patrons are advised not to use these spaces unless entitled to do so, with their Blue Badge displayed prominently. A drop off point is available to the left of the front entrance door.