Overview

This was the house of Daniel O'Connell, an important Irish historical figure, and you watch a film about his life before visiting the rooms he and his family lived in. There was a lift inside and I got round pretty much everywhere on my small scooter, with the help of one or two alternative wheelchair entrances where there were steps to the main doorways. We had a nice lunch at the adjoining cafe, using outside seating which was fine for me, but I don't know what the indoor seating was like because it wasn't open due to Covid. The museum part was interesting and worth visiting, and a plus of the visit was the level grassy path from the house across the dunes to the low cliffs above the beach. The beach itself wasn't one for wheelchairs, but it was wonderful to be able to get right amongst the sandy wildflower meadows on my scooter, and the views were amazing.

Transport & Parking

There was a reasonably big car park, although the blue badge parking spaces weren't super near the house, and from what I remember there were some gravelly surfaces to negotiate. However, I think you could be dropped off nearer the building if necessary. I'd be surprised if there was much in the way of public transport here, as it was quite off the beaten track.

Access

Not bad: some places were a bit tight but there was a lift and a plan for getting wheelchair users around the house, as you'd hope from a state museum.

Toilets

The one accessible loo was a good size with all the rails I needed, and it was reasonably clean. Although I think it doubled up as a changing facility for babies, at least it wasn't being used by visitors without disabilities or babies - everyone else was queueing politely for the main loos.

Staff

The staff were helpful and welcoming, and had obviously been trained on how to point wheelchair-using visitors in the right direction.

Anything else you wish to tell us?

Mask-wearing and social distancing were observed well inside the historic house

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