Engine House – Allihies Copper Mines

A Copper Mining Legacy

The iconic Engine House in Allihies is a powerful reminder of West Cork’s 19th-century industrial past. Completed in 1862, this historic structure was the mechanical heart of the local copper mining operation.It once housed the colossal steam engine that provided the vital power to extract and process copper from the nearby mines, driving the local economy.

Today, the renovated Engine House serves as a captivating museum and a popular tourist attraction. It offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the hard work, engineering, and history of copper mining in the dramatic Beara Peninsula landscape.

407mm(h) x 306mm(w) (12 x 16)
Colour Lithographic print
300g Olin Rough paper stock
1.3mm Cream Core Backing Board
Protective wrapping and High Quality Black Gloss Envelope