SRH 21. Shannonbridge Fortifications
Apr 04, 2022, 05:02 PM
Location: 53.278611, -8.046389
These fortifications are an outstanding example of early 19th century artillery fortifications, built following the 1798 rising, to guard against a further French invasion. Four guns were arranged along the front of the redoubt. Remains of the pivots and circular track indicate that they were mounted on traversing platforms. The roof of the barracks carried three guns. There is a newly opened looped walk adjacent to the fort. There is a restaurant in the fort and by arrangement with the local tourist office in Shannonbridge there are guided tours of the fortification.
These fortifications are an outstanding example of early 19th century artillery fortifications, built following the 1798 rising, to guard against a further French invasion. Four guns were arranged along the front of the redoubt. Remains of the pivots and circular track indicate that they were mounted on traversing platforms. The roof of the barracks carried three guns. There is a newly opened looped walk adjacent to the fort. There is a restaurant in the fort and by arrangement with the local tourist office in Shannonbridge there are guided tours of the fortification.