Two Working Men, Cork

Name: Two Working Men
Address: Cork, Ireland

#44 among attractions in Cork

Monuments and statues

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Two Working Men are a pair of statues made by the Irish sculptor Oisín Kelly. The piece took Kelly three years to create and was unveiled in front of the County Hall in Cork in 1969. As with other works of public art in the region, the statues took on a local colloquial name, and are still commonly known as "Cha and Miah". ()

Coordinates: 51°53'35"N, 8°30'29"W

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Sunday's WellCork Ireland

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Two Working Men – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral, Cork City Gaol, Mardyke, Cork Public Museum.

1.2 miE
Victorian Gothic edifice with spires
Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral, Cork
30 min walk • Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral stands as a magnificent example of Gothic Revival architecture in the heart of Cork, Ireland. This Anglican cathedral, dedicated to the city's patron saint, Fin Barre, is a prominent landmark with its striking spires and intricate stone...
0.6 miNE
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Cork City Gaol, Cork
16 min walk • Cork City Gaol stands as a striking historical monument in the vibrant city of Cork, Ireland. This imposing fortress-like structure, which once functioned as a prison, has been transformed into a museum that presents a captivating window into the past.
~1790 ftNE
Sport venue, Sport
Mardyke, Cork
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cork, Ireland, the Mardyke is a renowned sports venue that has become synonymous with the city's vibrant sporting culture. A hub of athletic activity, this historic facility has been serving the local community and beyond for over a century...
0.6 miE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Cork Public Museum, Cork
16 min walk • Nestled in the lush expanse of Fitzgerald's Park in the city of Cork, Ireland, Cork Public Museum stands as a bastion of cultural and historical preservation. Established in 1910, this museum is an essential stop for anyone interested in delving into the rich tapestry...
0.6 miE
Park
Fitzgerald's Park, Cork
17 min walk • Fitzgerald's Park is a verdant oasis nestled in the heart of Cork City, Ireland, offering a serene escape from the urban hustle. This picturesque park, spanning approximately 18 acres along the River Lee, is a delightful blend of manicured lawns, vibrant flowerbeds...
0.8 miE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Lewis Glucksman Gallery, Cork
20 min walk • Nestled in the leafy grounds of University College Cork, the Lewis Glucksman Gallery stands as a beacon of contemporary art in the bustling city of Cork, Ireland. This award-winning museum, designed by architects O'Donnell + Tuomey, was opened in 2004 and has since...
0.7 miE
Universities and schools
University College Cork, Cork
18 min walk • University College Cork – National University of Ireland, Cork is a constituent university of the National University of Ireland, and located in Cork.
0.4 miNE
Bridge
Daly's Bridge, Cork
12 min walk • Daly's Bridge is a pedestrian bridge spanning the River Lee in Cork, Ireland. Known locally as the Shakey Bridge, it joins Sunday's Well on the north side, to Fitzgerald's Park in the Mardyke area on the south.
0.8 miE
Church, Romanesque revival architecture, Romanesque architecture
Honan Chapel, Cork
21 min walk • The Honan Chapel is a small Catholic church built in the Hiberno-Romanesque revival style on the grounds of University College Cork, Ireland. Designed in 1914, the building was completed in 1916 and furnished by 1917.
0.7 miE
Observatories and planetariums
Crawford Observatory, Cork
18 min walk • The Crawford Observatory is a 19th-century observatory located on the campus of University College Cork, Ireland. Built in 1878, the observatory contains three instruments; a Thomas Grubb equatorial telescope, a transit telescope and a siderostatic telescope.
~160 ftSW
City hall
County Hall, Cork
1 min walk • The County Hall is a 17-storey office block, owned by Cork County Council and housing its administrative headquarters. The building is located on Carrigrohane Road in the City of Cork. Although the building is owned by Cork County Council, it is located in a separate administrative area from the County - Cork City.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Two Working Men?

Nearby attractions include County Hall, Cork (1 min walk), Daly's Bridge, Cork (12 min walk), Cork City Gaol, Cork (16 min walk), National Radio Museum, Cork (16 min walk).

How to get to Two Working Men by public transport?

The nearest stations to Two Working Men:

Bus

Wilton Road • Lines: 208 (9 min walk)
Victoria Cross • Lines: 208, 237 (3 min walk)