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Monday 9:45am - 4:45pm Tuesday 9:30am - 4:45pm Wednesday 9:30am - 4:45pm Thursday 9:30am - 4:45pm Friday 9:30am - 4:45pm Saturday 9:30am - 4:45pm Sunday 9:30am - 4:45pm

Reginald's Tower

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Welcome to the official page for Reginald's Tower an OPW managed site. It was also used as a mint, prison and military store.

Reginalds Tower is a circular tower, part of the town's defences, built in the beginning of the 13th century, with a second phase in the 15th century. It has been restored and now houses an exhibition. Location: Centre of Waterford City

Bus Route(s): Contact Bus Eireann, Travel Centre +353 1 836 6111

Guided Tours:
Maximum No: 20
Duration: 45 minutes

Leaflet/Guide book: English

Seasonal Events: Please check in advance using contact details listed above

Photography / Video allowed: Yes

04/10/2026

Enjoy free admission this Wednesday Oct 7th (if you dare)!
The veil is thinning…
In Irish folklore, as we move toward Samhain, the boundary between our world and the spirit world grows thin. Ghosts, ancestors, and otherworldly beings can more easily cross over — and nowhere feels more fitting than the ancient spiral stairs of Reginald’s Tower.
Do you dare climb the stone steps of Ireland’s oldest civic building, feel the centuries press close, and decide for yourself if the stories are true…

Heritage Ireland OPW - Office of Public Works

03/09/2026

More from our other Heritage Week events at Reginald's Tower, and a huge thank you to all who joined us for Stella baistí featuring Kaya Keating, Seanie Byrne and Darragh Browne at Reginald’s Tower on Friday 21st August.

Your support made our free afternoon concert such a special part of the week as they recreated the sounds of the prison Ballroom.

We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did!

Heritage Week OPW - Office of Public Works Heritage Ireland

28/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Reginald’s Tower during National Heritage Week!
A big thank you to all who attended David Gazeley’s fascinating talk on the history of the Limerick to Tralee railway line (with a special focus on the Tralee to Fenit line) on Thursday 20 August.
And a special thank you to those who came along for Petra Kindler’s guided tour of the Tower in German on Saturday 22 August

📷Thanks to Reginald's staff Petra and Sinéad for images.

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25/08/2026

Medieval mayhem at Reginald's Tower for Heritage Week's Swords & Shields Workshop The mini-knights in training went wild – designing, making, and playing with their creations. Pure medieval magic!

📸Thanks to Reginald's staff Pauline, Petra and Sinéad for images.

Heritage Ireland OPW - Office of Public Works

24/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Antiquities Road Show with Tommy Desmond at Reginald’s Tower on the 18th as part of Heritage Week!
It was wonderful to see so many of you bring along your treasures, share stories, and enjoy a fascinating afternoon exploring history together.

📸Thanks to Reginald's staff Pauline, Petra and Sinéad for images.

Heritage Ireland OPW - Office of Public Works Heritage Week

17/08/2026

ANTIQUITIES ROADSHOW
with Thomas Desmond

Heritage Week event in Reginald's Tower.
FREE talk & assessment of artefacts on Tuesday, 18th of August 2026 at 1pm to 3pm.

Tommy Desmond started in Archaeology in 1990 on the Viking excavations in Arundel Square under the tutorage of Senior Archaeologists, Maurice Hurley & Orla Scully. He took part in all of the excavations in Waterford City, from Penney's to the site of the Medieval Museum, where, in 2010, they uncovered evidence that dated Waterford as Ireland's oldest Viking City. Tommy also worked on numerous excavations in Dungarvan Castle as well as in Barryscourt Castle outside Middleton. He monitored excavations all over the South East and beyond. Tommy's main interests are prehistoric archaeology and flint tools, but he is also an accomplished poet and passionate advocate for the protection of animals and the environment.
He reckons over 35 years he has seen more of Waterford's history from prehistoric all the way through to modern times than any other Waterford person, and he still enjoys discovering more.

Booking is advised but walk-ins are welcome on the day as long as seats are available. Feel free to pop in just for Tommy's fascinating talk. There's no obligation to bring artefacts or stay for the entire event. Access to the event is by stone spiral staircase only!
Phone: (051) 304 220
Email: [email protected]

OPW - Office of Public Works Heritage Week

09/08/2026

Found a Hidden Treasure?

Got an unusual item you think might be an artefact? Bring it to Reginald’s Tower on Tuesday, 18th August 2026, for a free expert opinion from Tommy Desmond, with 35 years of archaeological experience across Ireland!

Tommy will be there from 1pm-3pm to share fascinating stories about Ireland's ancient past and look at items people bring along.
Please remember that this event takes place on the top floor of Reginald’s Tower, which is only accessible by the building's spiral stone staircase.

Booking advised: Call (051) 30 42 20 or email [email protected]

Don’t miss this chance to uncover the story behind your find!

08/08/2026

Join Stella baistí, featuring Kaya Keating, Seanie Byrne, and Darragh Browne, in Reginald's Tower on Friday, August 21st, for a free afternoon concert. They will recreate the sounds of the prison ballroom.
Booking is advised, as spaces are limited.
Access upstairs is via medieval spiral stairs.
Heritage Ireland OPW - Office of Public Works Heritage Week

02/08/2026

Free Admission this Wednesday!
Step inside Ireland’s oldest civic building this Wednesday, 5th August, for complimentary admission.

20/07/2026

Join us at Reginald's Tower on Thursday 20th August for David Gazeley's talk on the history of the Limerick to Tralee railway line, with additional focus on the Tralee to Fenit line.

*Only a few spaces are left* Booking is Essential
Email [email protected] or phone 051 304 220 to book.

Note: Access to upper floors is by spiral stone staircase.

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Address

The Quay
Waterford
WATERFORD

Opening Hours

Monday	9:45am - 4:45pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 4:45pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 4:45pm
Thursday	9:30am - 4:45pm
Friday	9:30am - 4:45pm
Saturday	9:30am - 4:45pm
Sunday	9:30am - 4:45pm

Telephone

+35351304220

Website

https://heritageireland.ie/visit/places-to-visit/reginalds-tower/

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