Charles Fort
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"A star-shaped fortress perfect for exploration."
Overview
Built as part of the fortifications of the Irish coast in the late 17th century, the star-shaped Charles Fort was named after King Charles II. After the Battle of the Boyne in 1690, Williamite forces attacked and successfully besieged Charles Fort and the nearby James Fort, both of which held out for King James. The Fort also played a role in the Napoleonic Wars and was made a National Monument in 1973.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open, mid Mar-Oct, daily 10-6; Nov-mid Mar, daily 10-5 (last admission 1hr before closing)
- Facilities
- Parking nearby
- Cafe
About the area
Cork is Ireland’s southernmost county, and is also the largest. There’s a lot of coastline, most of which is rocky and dramatic, but there are some amazing beaches, like Barleycove, Inchydoney and Owenahincha.
Nearby places to stay
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Restaurant with Rooms
The White House
- Rooms 10
- Satellite TV
- Direct Dial
- Wifi
Hotel
Celtic Ross Hotel
- Family rooms:
Hotel
Fernhill House Hotel and Gardens
- Family rooms:
Nearby places to stay
The White House
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Celtic Ross Hotel
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Fernhill House Hotel and Gardens
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