A coastal fort and military museum overlooking Lough Swilly on the Inishowen peninsula. Families can combine the indoor historical displays with walking trails and wildlife watching around the grounds. Check museum opening and access information before visiting.
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Rainy day pick
A great choice when the weather is against you
What parents should know
A coastal fort and military museum overlooking Lough Swilly on the Inishowen peninsula.
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Place information includes data adapted from Fáilte Ireland’s Tourism Activities and Attractions dataset, accessed 7 September 2026, with editorial corrections. Source: https://data.gov.ie/dataset/tourism-activities-and-attractions. Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/. Check the venue’s own website for current visitor arrangements.
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Today
Moderate drizzle
17°C
A wet day — perfect for indoor exploration
Worth combining
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