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Adie
July 23, 2025
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The Railway Pier reflects Bantry's brief connection to Ireland's railway system. The line terminated near the Railway Pier, allowing goods and passengers to transfer from trains to steamships.
Widespread rural line closures saw rail services end in 1961. Although the pier is still used, it's on a smaller scale these days, with visits by fishing boats and leisure craft .
Widespread rural line closures saw rail services end in 1961. Although the pier is still used, it's on a smaller scale these days, with visits by fishing boats and leisure craft .
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