Cork City Gaol

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The Cork City Gaol is a magnificent castle-like building which was once used to house 19th century prisoners. Take a trip back in time and wander through the wings of the Gaol, accompanied by the shuffling feet of inmates and the jingle of the warders’ keys. Life-like wax figures and graffiti on the cell walls brings the place to life, and an audio-visual show will help you learn about the social history and contrasting lifestyles of 19th century Cork.

The Radio Museum, a tribute to The Broadcasting Station which was once located in the Gaol, houses a small collection of radios, exhibits on communication, Marconi and a reconstruction of the original Cork 6CK Studio.

Cork is a 20 minute drive from West Beach House.