Ballincollig Royal Gunpowder Mills

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Ballincollig Royal Gunpowder Mills was one of three Royal gunpowder mills that manufactured gunpowder for the British Government. Located in Ballincollig near Cork city in Ireland, the powder mills were originally opened in 1794 as a private enterprise, before being taken over by the British Government during the Napoleonic Wars. ()

Coordinates: 51°53'37"N, 8°35'24"W

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Ballincollig Royal Gunpowder Mills – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Blarney Stone, Blarney Castle, Mardyke, Carrigrohane Castle.

2.6 miN
Legendary stone granting gift of the gab
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Medieval castle keep and baronial mansion
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Sport venue, Sport
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Forts and castles
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Monuments and statues
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