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Guided Tour Of The Gasworks Museum Of Ireland

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For all those who love technology and like to explore ancient equipments and techniques, guided tour of The Gasworks Museum of Ireland is an excellent option. Visit this sole surviving coal gasworks of Ireland and watch how gas was manufactured from coal and the entire town was lit-up with it. Apart from the industrial demo, you can browse through the various gas appliances and a library that housed books on the gas industry.


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Only complete Victorian gasworks in Ireland

44 Irish Quarter West
Carrickfergus,
BT38 8AT

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The only complete Victorian Gasworks in Ireland, Carrickfergus Gasworks has the largest surviving set of horizontal retorts in Western Europe. Built in 1855, it initially produced gas to light up the town's streets. It wasn't until the end of the 19th century that gas for domestic purposes was produced. You can see the sights and hear the sounds of our industrial past on a visit to this museum. Educational packs are available for school visits and group bookings are welcome. Conducted tours can be arranged.

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Guided Tour Of The Gasworks Museum Of Ireland
Jan 1st, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
For all those who love technology and like to explore ancient equipments and techniques, guided tour of The Gasworks Museum of Ireland is an excellent option. Visit this sole surviving coal gasworks of Ireland and watch how gas was manufactured from coal and the entire town was lit-up with it. Apart from the industrial demo, you can browse through the various gas appliances and a library that housed books on the gas industry.

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