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Philanthropy Past & Present: Tour of Clifton House
Clifton House
Cost:
£6.50pp
Tour of Belfast’s oldest working buildings – the Belfast Poor House. Come and explore the city’s oldest working building, set up by philanthropic merchants as the Belfast Poor House. Hear stories of its work and those who sought refuge in its walls.
Clifton House is an impressive Georgian building, set in tranquil landscaped gardens in the heart of Belfast. Opened in 1774 by Belfast Charitable Society, the building was used until the late 1880s as Belfast’s Poor House. It was used as a nursing home and hospital for older people and is now a unique event venue and visitor attraction.
Our tours explore the city’s oldest working building, set up by philanthropic merchants as the Belfast Poor House. Hear stories of its work and those who sought refuge in its walls.
Our fully guided tour costs £6.50pp. Every Friday at 3pm.
Sector:
- Environment and Built Heritage
Date and Time
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Location
2 North Queen Street
Belfast
BT15 1ES
United Kingdom
More Information
For further information, visit www.cliftonbelfast.com
Philanthropy Past & Present: Tour of Clifton House
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