Cork County Council has announced the successful completion of major restoration works on Camden Fort Meagher.

Closed to the public for the 2023 season to facilitate essential repair work to safeguard the structural integrity and futureproof the historic fort.

Camden Fort Meagher is internationally recognised as being '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. 65% of the fort is located underground in a labyrinth of tunnels and chambers.

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The fort has had extensive restoration works recently completed on the casemate block. Specialist works included the excavation, waterproofing and backfilling of barrel-vaulted roofs. Traditional methods for stone cleaning and re-pointing of stonework with lime mortar to safeguard the integrity of the original construction were employed. The restoration project has been shortlisted as a finalist for the Irish Construction Excellence Awards 2024.

The long-awaited reopening of Camden Fort Meagher will take place on Saturday, 27th April.

In addition to the extensive restoration work, the reopening will also see a new on-site ticket office and gift shop added to the visitor experience, which includes guided tours of the fort as well as a café with breathtaking views of Cork Harbour from its balcony allowing diners to spot the numerous cruise ships visiting Cork.