Fort Dunree

Fort Dunree Fort Dunree is a military museum set within beautiful natural scenery located outside of Buncrana. Company No: 8235621
Charity no. 20202692
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Fort Dunree, Dun Fhraoigh in Irish means, “Fort of the Heather” and indicates that this site has been an important defensive site throughout history. Today, however, its stunning natural beauty and abundant wildlife are drawing increasing numbers of visitors to one of Inishowen’s most beautiful and peaceful locations. Fort Dunree was first opened to the public in 1986 and has attracted tourists fr

om all over the world ever since. Fort Dunree is a Discovery Point on the famous Wild Atlantic Way driving route. The stunning natural beauty and abundant wildlife are drawing increasing numbers of visitors to one of Inishowen’s most beautiful and peaceful locations. The newly refurbished Museum offers an interactive experience for visitors from schools, families, tourists, and heritage enthusiasts and is a must see for every visitor to the Inishowen peninsula. Fort Dunree is a charity and is registered with the Charity Regulator for Ireland.

Watersports are BACK at Fort Dunree!! Check out the article below
17/06/2026

Watersports are BACK at Fort Dunree!! Check out the article below

Adventure seekers and sea lovers now have a new reason to visit Fort Dunree this summer. Fort Dunree is delighted to announce a new partnership with Far and Wil...

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13/06/2026

❤️I Love Inishowen Day❤️

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Go Visit Donegal

27/05/2026

Inishowen showing off again
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Thanks to Donegal County Council and the Development Fund Initiative 2026 for supporting our successful application!
21/05/2026

Thanks to Donegal County Council and the Development Fund Initiative 2026 for supporting our successful application!

13/05/2026

Derry-based author Sue Divin’s third novel has already been hailed as “one to watch out for in 2026” by the Irish Times.

Sue will be in conversation with Damian Gorman on Thursday 21st May at 6.30pm in the Saldanha Gallery, Dunree.

To book your place at this free event, please email Artlink at [email protected].

11/05/2026

🚨 SAVE THE DATE 🚨

Join us at Dunree Fort on Sunday 17th May 2026 from 12pm to 3pm for our Emergency Services Showcase!

A great family day out for all ages. Please come along and show your support! 💛

29/04/2026

Enjoy the sunshine with us. Open 10:30-4:30
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Address

Fort Dunree
Buncrana
F93C424

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday 10:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+353749361817

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