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The centre interprets an Iron Age bog road that was built in the year 148 B.C. across the boglands o across the boglands of Longford, close to the River Shannon.

The oak road is the largest of its kind to have been uncovered in Europe and was excavated by Professor Barry Raftery of University College Dublin. Inside the interpretive centre, an eighteen-metre stretch of the preserved trackway is on permanent display in a hall specially designed to preserve the ancient wooden structure. Bord na Móna and the Office of Public Works have carried out conservation work on the surrounding bog to ensure that it remains wet and that the buried road remains preserved. Location: 3km from Kenagh village and accessed on the Longford - Kenagh road, R357. 15km from Longford or from the Mullingar - Lanesboro road R392. Bus Routes: Private operators only. Guided Tours:
Access by guided tour only. Maximum number: 50. Duration: 1 hour. Last tour at 17:00. Leaflet/Guide book: English. Photography/Video: Permitted, except in the audiovisual theatre. Permission required for commercial purposes

Audiovisual Presentation:
Name: Crossing the Centuries. Seating: 61. Duration: 17 minutes
Languages: English

Access:
Centre is fully accessible for visitors with disabilities

Opening Hours:

2 April - 11 November
Daily 10:00 - 18:00. Last admission is 45 minutes before closing. Average Length of Visit: 1.5 hours. Admission Fees: Free

Facilities:
Exhibitions, toilets (including toilet for visitors with disabilities), car and coach park, picnic area.

01/11/2026

🔥🔥🔥 FÉILE NA SAMHNA🔥🔥🔥

This evening marks the end of another successfulHalloween and Samhain celebations at Corlea for another year.

We would like to thank those who attented our events this year and we hope you enjoyed them. The feedback has been very positive and helpful and we look forward to Samhain 2027.

Corlea in darkness, photo: guide Mary F

01/11/2026

Corlea Trackway will be closing for end of season on Wednesday 4th of November and re-opening for 2027 season in early March.

You still have time to visit this unique site situated in raised bogland and view the largest Iron Age Roadway in Europe. Corlea is the only example of a trackway to be preserved and on display to the public in Europe.

Add a visit to Corlea and enter the world of the Iron Age

Free admission, opening hours 10.00am - 6.00pm.
Last admission and tour is 4.45pm, site closes at 6.00pm.

01/11/2026

🔥🔥🔥 FÉILE NA SAMHNA 🔥🔥🔥

And so we reach the final day of our Halloween events at Corlea.

🧟‍♂️SPIRITS OF SAMHAIN🧟

Join our guide Mary and learn about the spieits around us at Samhain, some ancient , some traditional. While some have sad stories, others stories are of power and vengence. Spirits that are
messengers, others bring warnings, while some are tricksters others are pure evil!

How can you protect yourself??

Find out at 4.30pm - 5.30pm today.

Free event, no booking required

31/10/2026

🔥🔥🔥FÉILE NA SAMHNA🔥🔥🔥

Samhain is finally upon us!

Happy Halloween to all our visitors from the Púca the Cailleach!!!

dont forget to watch out for the Púca tonight and remember if it calls your name dont answer and definatelybdont look back!!

Photo our guides Clair and Nyree

29/10/2026

🔥🔥🔥FÉILE NA SAMHNA🔥🔥🔥

Halloween at Corlea

🌛 SAMHAIN CHARMS & SPIRITS🌜

A creative and spooky family activity celebrating the magic, mystery and imagination of Samhain.

Art activity for 5 - 12 years
with adult supervision

Create your own Samhain Protection Charm inspired by ancient beliefs about protective plants and natural.materials.

Then let your imagination take over as ypu desigh a Samhain Spirit Mask and transform yourself into a mysterious creature from the Otherworld

Still a couple of places left so hurry and book your spot by calling 043 3322386 or email [email protected]

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29/10/2026

Corlea features here as the Co. Longforde Award Winners.

Congratulations to the 2026 National Heritage Week County Award Winners! 🎉

These awards recognise the fantastic work of groups, organisations and volunteers who help make National Heritage Week possible. 🏆

See the full list of county winners here: https://ow.ly/bRgq5101VhP

Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage

29/10/2026

NATIONAL HERITAGE WEEK AWARDS

We are thrilled to announce that Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre has won the National Heritage Week Award for County Longford for our event

FORAGING AN ANCIENT CONNECTION.

This was a very popular event which explored foraging of the past and in ancient times.
Everybody really enjoyed the presentation and sampling various foods made from naturally found ingrediants.

We want to congratulate both Ger Lambert and Liz Rozario for their fantastic presentation as well as our guide staff and OPW.

A special thank to all who attended the event.

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29/10/2026

🔥🔥🔥 FÉILE NA SAMHNA 🔥🔥🔥

Halloween Events at Corlea

🌜🌑🌒🌓🌔🌕🌖🌗🌘🌚🌛

🌜🌜🌜🌜AN TUNÁ🌛🌛🌛🌛🌛

TGE VEIL IS THINNING

This evening, immerse yourself in the ancient fire festival od Samhain....

Come face to face with spirits

Discover the origins of Samhain,

Partake in an ancient divination ceramony

Awaken old stories with seanachí Eamonn

Captavating traditional music with Noel

A taste of tradition, bairin breac

Free indoor event for all ages

28/10/2026

28/10/2026

🎃👻 Longford's Dead of Night Festival 🔥🌙

📅 Runs until 31 October
📍 Longford Town
⏰ Various Times

Get ready for a spooktacular celebration as Longford Town comes alive with Halloween magic! 🧙‍♀️

Enjoy a fantastic programme of family-friendly fun, including live music 🎶, storytelling 📖, creative workshops 🎨, immersive experiences and spectacular street entertainment!

Don't miss the breathtaking Fire & Shadows Procession on Halloween Night 31 October, one of the festival's highlights!

From Halloween HQ in Pig Market Lane to exciting events throughout the town, there's something for little monsters and grown-up ghouls alike! 🦇🕸️

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Suitable for all ages!

Come along, soak up the spooky atmosphere and celebrate Halloween in the heart of Longford! 🧡🎃

Learn more at https://samhainheartlands.ie/longford-events/dead-of-night-festival

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Address

Kenagh
Longford
N39XT18

Telephone

+353433322386

Website

https://heritageireland.ie/visit/places-to-visit/corlea-trackway-visitor-centre/

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