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Discover Truly Horrible History

Experience a tour with a difference at Lifford Old Courthouse, where students learn about what life was like in Lifford Jail. Rather than simply hearing about cramped conditions, punishments and daily routines, students take part in an engaging, hands-on experience that brings history to life.

Our school tours are both fun and educational, making them suitable throughout the school year.

For older classes, the Junior Jailbreak Escape Room offers a team-based challenge where students solve puzzles together to escape the cell within 30 minutes.

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Pricing

Guided Jail Tour
€5.50

Guided Jail Tour + Wanted Poster
€7.50

Junior Jailbreak Escape Room
€7.00

Junior Jailbreak Escape Room + Wanted Poster
€9.00

+ Lunch
€6

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Old Lifford Courthouse, Lifford, Co Donegal
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I book?

Simply complete this contact form and we’ll get back in touch with you.

How long does the tour last?

Depending on group size your tour generally lasts between 40-60 minutes.

How many people can take a tour?

We can currently accommodate groups of up to 60 for guided tours.   We can always cater for large groups in a way that works to create the most enjoyable experience for all involved.

Can I ask questions?

Yes!  We actively encourage it.  Our tour guides are passionate about history and love it when students ask questions. 

Is it fun?

We hope so!  Our tours are intended to be informative and fun, perfectly catered for school kids.

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Children Loved It

Thank you for the tour, the children loved it and I will definitely be recommending you to other schools.

Had a Ball

Thanks for taking such good care of us, the students had a ball and are still raving about it.

Highly Recommend

Took our youth group here last night, all 28 kids loved it and Patrick our guide was great! Would highly recommend it.

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The Old Courthouse,
The Diamond, Lifford,
Co.Donegal, Ireland, F93 CD6F

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Office: +353 74 914 1733

Out of Office: +353 87 2669 257

liffordoldcourthouse@gmail.com

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Guided Jail Tour

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This project is supported by the Department of Rural and Community Development and Pobal through the Community Services Programme.

This project has been part-funded by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media under Project Ireland 2040.

Tá an tionscadal seo páirt-mhaoinithe ag an Roinn Turasóireachta, Cultúir, Ealaíon, Gaeltachta, Spóirt agus Meán faoi Thionscadal Éireann 2040.

 An Clár Feabhsúcháin 2025

Local Enhancement Programme 2025

Is í an Roinn Forbartha Tuaithe agus Pobail agus Gaeltachta a mhaoinigh an tionscadal seo faoin an Clár Feabhsúcháin 2025

This project has been funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht under the Local Enhancement Programme 2025

We’re delighted to announce that Lifford Old Courthouse is one of the first social enterprises in Ireland to secure People & Planet First Verification.

What does this mean?

People & Planet First is a robust verification mark for social enterprises which is recognised globally and adopted in 130+ counties.

The verification focuses on five core standards:

Purpose: We exist to solve a social and/or environmental problem.
Operations: We prioritise purpose, people and planet over profit in operational decisions.
Revenue: We have a self-sustaining revenue model.
Use of surplus: We reinvest the majority of any surplus towards our purpose.
Structure: We choose legal structures and financing that protect and lock-in purpose long-term.a

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The Old Courthouse,
The Diamond, Lifford,
Co.Donegal, Ireland, F93 CD6F

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Office: +353 74 914 1733

Out of Office: +353 87 2669 257

liffordoldcourthouse@gmail.com

COURTHOUSE BISTRO

Monday to Friday: 10am – 2pm
Breakfast: 10am – 12pm
Lunch: 12pm – 2pm
(Last Orders 1.45pm)
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JAILBREAK

Monday to Friday: 10am – 4.30pm
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