St. Brendan’s Hall – home to exhibitions and some performances during West Cork Music’s festivals – lies within the grounds of St Brendan’s National School at the bottom of Wolfe Tone Square in Bantry, close to the bay.
The school was built in 1853 at the expense of Richard White, Earl of Bantry, opening on 29th January 1855 before becoming a National School on 1st May 1871. The Parochial Hall was added in 1938.
Yes. There is one accessible parking space in front of the school and two in the quayside carpark nearby on Wolfe Tone Square.
Yes. The venue is wheelchair accessible via a ramp. Please note the slope up to the school is slightly steep. The main entrance is to the right of the building as you come up the path.
Yes. A wheelchair-accessible toilet is available on site.
Yes. Seating in the event room is movable and space can be reserved for wheelchair users. Please contact the Box Office in advance.
Yes. Guide dogs and assistance dogs are welcome at all West Cork Music venues.
