Facilities at The Workhouse

Accessibility

There is Wheelchair Friendly Access to the Workhouse with the exception of the Wee Hannah Exhibition and activities taking place in the upstairs Meeting/Craft Room.

Permanent Exhibitions

Wee Hannah offers the opportunity to learn about life in the 1800’s in the Workhouse and surviving the Famine.

New Lake

New Lake is an interesting range of Story Boards and DVD explaining the geology and development of the New Lake just outside the Dunfanaghy town boundary.

Playground

The Community Playground & Toddler Park are now open free of charge to the public.

Administration Services

Free Internet Access and WIFI available as well as a range of administration services including photocopying, faxing and room hire etc.

Tourist Information

Tourist Information is available with a range of leaflets and brochures on offer to guide visitors through the vast range of activities and services available in the Sheephaven Bay Area.

Group Bookings

The Workhouse is always delighted to welcome group bookings and can accommodate large parties with advance booking and preferential rates, including refreshments.

Schools Programme

Schools are always made to feel welcome with a specially organised tour and activities, please see the schools programme page.

Coffee Shop

The Coffee Shop is open all year round and specializes in home baking. There is a separate Toddler area with toys and colouring so parents can enjoy their coffee in peace while the children have some fun too.

Craft Shop

Something for Everyone, with a growing range of Donegal Crafts.

Books

A great range of new books available in the craft shop and a large collection of second hand books on sale for €2.00 each.

Art Exhibitions

From Easter to Halloween there is always an art exhibition in the Workhouse, well worth a visit.