Minister welcomes the reopening of Tipperary Heritage Sites during Heritage Week
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From: Office of Public Works
- Published on: 14 August 2020
- Last updated on: 14 August 2020
Mr. Patrick O’ Donovan TD, Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works, today reminded everyone that Heritage Week is starting tomorrow, Saturday 15 August and encouraged people all over Tipperary to take the opportunity to visit their local heritage site, including those managed by the OPW.
The Minister said:
“As so many people will be taking time out during the traditional August holiday period, I’d like to remind them that a visit to a Heritage site is a great day out for all the family. We have all endured a lot in recent months and I’d encourage everyone to bear in mind that many of the wonderful ancient places around the county like the Rock of Cashel are open to visitor again and though there are access restrictions in some cases, this is because the OPW has had to make sure that people can stay safe during their visit and enjoy these beautiful places without worry."
The Minister also confirmed that the OPW sites in Cahir, which have been delayed in reopening, will now be open to visitors again; the grounds of the Swiss Cottage site will be open from Saturday 15 August and Cahir Castle will reopen from Thursday next, 20 August.
The Minister said:
“Cahir Castle is about to welcome a major film production which will be shooting there later in September, and some set preparation is happening early next week. However, I am happy to confirm that the public will again be able to see the Castle grounds from the 20th onwards and people may also be happy to know that admission will be completely free."
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Notes to the Editor:
- Heritage Week runs from Saturday 15th and is sponsored by the Heritage Council. See www.heritageweek.ie
- the OPW is taking an active part in the initiative with a choice of online activities and a majority of their tourist sites open to the public. See www.heritageireland.ie for details
- the interior of both Cahir Castle and Swiss Cottage will not be available to visitors owing to COVID-19 restrictions