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Old Head of Kinsale Lighthouse Open Weekend August 2026

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Mark your calendar’s for
• Saturday 29th August
• Sunday 30th August

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Shuttle Buses will run from the Old Head Signal Tower to the Old Head Lighthouse throughout both days:

• First Bus at 9:30am
• Last Bus at 5pm

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Ticket prices include admission to the Lusitania Museum & Old Head Signal Tower, return journey on the shuttle bus and admission to the Old Head Lighthouse:

- Adults €15
- Family €40

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Parking will be available at the Old Head Signal Tower - no vehicles/walkers permitted through the Golf Course. Disabled access to Lighthouse Grounds by request. Guide Dogs Only.

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No need to pre-book, just show up on the day. Please note however the Old Head Lighthouse Open Days always generate considerable interest - we strongly recommend you arrive early to avoid disappointment.

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The Old Head Café will be open throughout the weekend, with refreshments also available at the Lighthouse Grounds.

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These open days, kindly permitted by the Old Head Golf Links and Commissioners of Irish Lights, are important fundraisers for the Lusitania Museum & Old Head Signal Tower, and your support is greatly appreciated.By supporting the Old Head Lighthouse Open Weekends you are ensuring the continued maintenance and development of the Lusitania Museum & Old Head Signal Tower, a non profit community project managed by a local volunteer committee.

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Please contact us with any questions/requests - info@oldheadofkinsale.com

Location:

Lusitania Museum & Old Head Signal Tower, Ballymackean, Old Head, Co. Cork P17 TX21

Dates:

29.08.2026

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30.08.2026

Price:

€15 Adults | €40 Family

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