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   Aug 15, 2024 · As one of the country’s largest military installations, Charles Fort has been part of some of the most momentous events of Irish history. During the Williamite Wars, for example, it withstood a 13-day siege before it fell.

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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Charles_Fort_(Ireland)Charles Fort (Ireland) - Wikipedia

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   Charles Fort (Irish: Dún Chathail) is a trace italienne fortification, a bastion fort with one section of the outer wall built in star fashion. It is located at the southern end of the village of Summer Cove, on Kinsale harbour, County Cork, Ireland. [1]

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4. curiousireland.ie › charles-fort-kinsale-co-cork-1682Charles Fort, Kinsale. County Cork 1682 - CURIOUS IRELAND

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   The strongest coastal fort ever built in Ireland Charles Fort is a classic example of a late 17th-century star-shaped fort. It is one of the largest British military installations ever to be built in the country and was named after King Charles II of England.

5. www.tripadvisor.ca › Attraction_Review-g211878-dCharles Fort - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

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   Book your tickets online for Charles Fort, Kinsale: See 2,301 reviews, articles, and 1,593 photos of Charles Fort, ranked No.2 on Tripadvisor among 21 attractions in Kinsale.

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   • Location: Summercove, Kinsale

6. www.discoverireland.ie › cork › charles-fortVisit Charles Fort with Discover Ireland

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   Visit this unique star-shaped military fortress that has stood guard over Kinsale harbour for over three hundred years. This star-shaped military fortress was constructed between 1677 and 1682, during the reign of King Charles II, to protect the town and harbour of Kinsale in County Cork.

   • Location: OPW, Summercove, Cork

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7. www.rte.ie › learn › 2020/0724/1155310-opw-heritageOPW Heritage Sites - Charles Fort, Co Cork - RTÉ

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   Jul 27, 2020 · Charles Fort is a 340 year old star-shaped fort. It was designed by William Robinson, one of the most best and most well-known architects of his time. It has been associated with some of the...

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   Where is Charles Fort?

   • It is located at the southern end of the village of Summer Cove, on Kinsale harbour, County Cork, Ireland. [ 1] First completed in 1682, Charles Fort was sometimes historically referred to as the "new fort" - to contrast with James' Fort (the "old fort") which had been built on the other side of Kinsale harbour before 1607. [ 2]

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   What is the strongest fort ever built in Ireland?

   • Charles Fort, Kinsale. County Cork 1682 - CURIOUS IRELAND The strongest coastal fort ever built in Ireland Charles Fort is a classic example of a late 17th-century star-shaped fort. It is one of the largest British military installations ever to be built in the country and was named after King Charles II of England.

   Charles Fort, Kinsale. County Cork 1682 - CURIOUS IRELAND

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   How far is Charles Fort from Cork & Kinsale?

   • Opening dates and times are yet to be confirmed. 3km from Kinsale – turn off Cork-Kinsale road (R600) 2km from the town. Download, print and read our social guide (PDF) about visiting Charles Fort.

   Charles Fort Military Fortress | Heritage Ireland

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   Why is Charles Fort important?

   • As one of the country’s largest military installations, Charles Fort has been part of some of the most momentous events of Irish history. During the Williamite Wars, for example, it withstood a 13-day siege before it fell. Later, in the Civil War of the early 1920s, anti-Treaty forces on the retreat burned it out.

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9. www.tuatha.ie › charles-fortCharles Fort • West Cork • What to know before your visit

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   May 31, 2022 · Charles Fort Visitor Information. An imposing 17th century fort with commanding views over Kinsale Harbour. Co-ordinates: Lat. 51.697816, Long. -8.499019. Google Map Pin. Irish Grid Reference: W 65547 49392. Opening Times: Open all year round. Entry Fee: €3 for children, €5 for adults. More info here.