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Culmore Fort Conservation and Heritage Tours
Culmore Fort (HB01/27/020) is a Grade B1 listed building of considerable historical and cultural significance. Strategically located on the River Foyle, at the point where the river meets Lough Foyle, the Fort has witnessed many important events that have shaped the history of Ulster and the establishment and development of the city of Derry.
Although only remnants of the original fortification survive today, they offer a fascinating insight into the Fort’s former importance as a strategic military stronghold. Once a substantial defensive structure, Culmore Fort played a significant role in the region’s history. The site was formerly associated with the scheduled monument LYD 14A.001.
The Fort and its surrounding lands remained under Crown ownership until 1840, when they were sold to the Honourable The Irish Society, which continues to own the historic site today.
Recognising the importance of preserving this unique heritage asset, Culmore Community Partnership secured funding in 2025 to undertake an extensive programme of conservation works. These works have now been successfully completed, helping to safeguard the surviving historic fabric of the Fort and preserve this important landmark for future generations.
With the conservation work complete, Culmore Community Partnership is now opening Culmore Fort to the public through guided tours, offering visitors an opportunity to explore its remarkable history, discover its strategic importance and learn about the events that helped shape the story of Derry and the wider Foyle region.
This new chapter in the Fort’s history will help bring its story to life, increase public awareness of the area’s rich heritage and create new opportunities for local people and visitors to connect with one of Culmore’s most significant historic landmarks.
The Fort is open by appointment only.
