ESB Ardnacrusha public tours open now

ESB has once again opened the gates of the historic Ardnacrusha Power Station to the general public for a unique visitor experience into Ireland’s first national hydro-electric station in Co. Clare.

The guided tours are available from Monday to Friday, run for approximately 90 minutes and each tour can accommodate groups of up to 30. All bookings can be made online www.esb.ie/ardnacrushatours.

Visitors are welcomed to the Ardnacrusha Experience at the recently refurbished visitors’ centre before going out on site to view the impressive headrace canal, locks and tailrace.

Once inside the station, the living heritage of the Shannon Scheme is brought to life through animation and artefacts that celebrate the history and impact of this iconic project. Visitors are given access to the very heart of the station with unique views of the turbine hall and a visit to the original control room.

A tour of the station demonstrates how electricity has played a critical role in enhancing Irish life since the construction of the station more than 90 years ago and highlights how ESB, through its Driven to Make a Difference: Net Zero by 2040 strategy, are embracing the next generation of renewable technology to create a brighter future for all.

Book now www.esb.ie/ardnacrushatours.