The Old Barracks Cahersiveen

The Old Barracks Cahersiveen Welcome to The Old Barracks! We're also the local tourist information office, stop by & explore!

Built in the 1870s to protect the transatlantic cable, we’re now a heritage centre with exhibitions on local history, the Fenian Rising, & Daniel O’Connell. Re-opening for the 2025 Season - Booking by appoinment only in the Low Season

✍️  𝗔 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗹𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀We are delighted to host this upcoming creative writing wor...
01/06/2026

✍️ 𝗔 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗹𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀

We are delighted to host this upcoming creative writing workshop in partnership with Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality.

Whether you are an experienced writer, enjoy putting pen to paper from time to time, or simply want to explore your creativity in a welcoming environment, this is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others, share ideas and be inspired by the stories and experiences that shape our communities.

Places are limited and advance booking is recommended.

🔗 Book your place:
https://smashingtimes.ie/event/tintreach-creative-writing-workshop/

30/05/2026

Creative Writing Workshop conducted to support and facilitate collaboration between artists, creative practitioners and local communities in Uíbh Ráthach

27/05/2026
16/04/2026

Experience The Art of Trees live in Valentia Island and Waterville, County Kerry Experience The Art of Trees at St John the Baptist Church, Valentia Island on Saturday 18 April 2026 at 7pm. An immersive performance blending theatre, poetry and music, followed by a community discussion on prot

𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝟳 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗲𝗻 Step inside 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗹𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀 — a building that has stood watch over the town for...
01/04/2026

𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝟳 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗲𝗻

Step inside 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗹𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀 — a building that has stood watch over the town for generations — and uncover the stories, characters and moments that shaped this corner of the Skellig Coast.

From 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗵𝗶𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 to immersive experiences, it’s more than a visit — it’s a deeper connection to place.

𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗽? Book ahead and make the most of your time in town.

www.theoldbarracks.net

Address

Bridge Street
Cahersiveen
V23VR62

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+353664010430

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