Lifford Old Courthouse

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"Fascinating history in this grim reminder of 18th-century justice."
Overview
Lifford Old Courthouse and jail provides an insight into legal history and some of the terrible conditions endured by prisoners in the 18th century. Witness re-enactments of famous trials held in this historic building. You can take a tour and visit the museum, and even take part in Jailbreak, an escape room where you try to escape from one of the cells.
Features

  • Opening Times
  • Open all year
  • Opening Times: Open all year, Mon 9.30-2, Tue-Fri 9.30-5

  • Facilities
  • Parking nearby
  • Cafe
Location
Visitor Centre, The Diamond, LIFFORD, Co Donegal
About the area
Even though it’s not part of Northern Ireland, Donegal is Ireland’s northernmost county. Likewise, although it’s part of the Republic of Ireland, it is also part of the Province of Ulster.
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Lifford Old Courthouse

Recommended by Visit England Logo
Visit England Logo Our view
"Fascinating history in this grim reminder of 18th-century justice."
Overview
Lifford Old Courthouse and jail provides an insight into legal history and some of the terrible conditions endured by prisoners in the 18th century. Witness re-enactments of famous trials held in this historic building. You can take a tour and visit the museum, and even take part in Jailbreak, an escape room where you try to escape from one of the cells.
Features
  • Opening Times
  • Open all year
  • Opening Times: Open all year, Mon 9.30-2, Tue-Fri 9.30-5
  • Facilities
  • Parking nearby
  • Cafe
Location
Visitor Centre, The Diamond, LIFFORD, Co Donegal
About the area
Area image
Even though it’s not part of Northern Ireland, Donegal is Ireland’s northernmost county. Likewise, although it’s part of the Republic of Ireland, it is also part of the Province of Ulster.