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Glenveagh National Park Visitor Centre will be closed for essential maintenance from Monday 12th<\/sup> January. This is to complete the final stage of the ongoing work to improve the building\u2019s roof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The closure may last for up to three weeks. Any updates will be posted here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the meantime, the shuttle bus service to the castle and gardens will be free of charge. Toilet facilities will still be available in the car park and at the castle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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