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The Dock Arts Centre

Flagship arts centre in Carrick-on-Shannon hosting visual art exhibitions, performances, and family workshops.

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Where
Saint George's Terrace, Townparks, Carrick-On-Shannon, N41 T2X2, Leitrim (Indoors)Directions
Cost
Check admission price
Ages
Suits all ages
Phone
+353719650828
Official site

What to expect

The Dock Arts Centre, Carrick-on-Shannon, County Leitrim is a space devoted to art, literature, theatre and music. It boasts a number of rooms available to community groups for activities like music classes or book clubs.

Housed within its 19th-century walls is the Jury Room Café Bar, serving a range of cakes, scones, teas, and coffee. The bar provides a selection of wine and lager in a warm, relaxing atmosphere. It is open on performance evenings for a pre-show or interval drink.

More information

Time to allow
1-2 hours
Listed by
Fáilte Ireland Attractions

Categories

  • Activity
  • Food and Drink
  • Experience
  • Craft
  • Shopping
  • Learning
  • Art Gallery
  • Attraction
  • Venue
  • Music
  • Cafe
  • Activity Operator

Family practicalities

  • Pram-friendly
  • Baby changing (likely)
  • Step-free access
  • Café on site
  • Toilets

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Location

Saint George's Terrace, Townparks, Carrick-On-Shannon, N41 T2X2, Leitrim

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