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Ardfert Cathedral. Photo: Google
ADMISSION charges to all fee-paying open OPW heritage sites, including Ardfert Cathedral, Ross Castle and Derrynane House in Kerry, are being waived for the rest of 2021.
It is hoped the measure, announced yesterday by Mr. Patrick O’ Donovan T.D., Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works (OPW), will support the domestic tourism industry and local businesses relying on it by incentivising people in Ireland to discover, enjoy and cherish the many OPW heritage sites, parks and museums spread across the country as they plan their staycations this summer.
The measure is effective immediately and will remain in force until the end of the year.
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“We are in the early stages of the recovery phase of the pandemic, but we are all beginning to enjoy the brighter days we have waited for and looked forward to so much over the past months,” the Minister said.
“With a growing list of open heritage sites and the easing of travel restrictions, we have a renewed opportunity to explore the treasures which the OPW holds in trust for the nation. I think that the initiative I am introducing today as part of the Government’s recovery plan will appeal to people who are exploring options for staycations this year.”
Details of OPW’s visitor sites which are available to visit are on www.heritageireland.ie together with information on opening hours and other relevant information, for example if pre-booking is required.
