Titanic Memorial Garden, Cobh
Situated on the far side of the town, the Cobh Titanic Memorial Garden offers stunning views of the mouth of Cork Harbour, where the RMS Titanic was moored before its final departure. This peaceful remembrance garden by the waterfront is a nice little addition for everyone interested in the RMS Titanic and who would like to explore this hilly town. It also offers a great view of Cork Harbour, which, by the way, is the second largest natural harbor in the world!
Just outside of town, but still walkable, the memorial garden is dedicated to the 123 passengers who boarded the infamous Titanic in Cobh. Cobh was the Titanic’s last stop before its fateful end. The focus of the garden is the glass sculpture that records the names of each of the passengers. The garden is beautifully maintained and an ideal spot for quiet and reflection.
Situated within Cove Fort, the newly opened garden is beautifully landscaped and is within easy walking distance of the town centre. It overlooks the final anchorage of RMS Titanic at the mouth of Cork Harbour where on 11th April 1912 the final 123 passengers boarded the majestic Ocean Liner. The focal point of the garden is a Glass Memorial Wall onto which the names of those 123 passengers are inscribed. The garden project was a collaboration between Cobh Town Council, the Cobh Titanic Centenary committee and Cobh Tourism and was funded by Cobh Town Council, Cork County Council, The County Cork Association of New York, Fáilte Ireland and South and East Cork Area Development Ltd (SECAD) through the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the National Development Plan. On a bright sunny day the setting and views of Cork Harbour from here are stunning. Within the garden is a memorial stone to Bruce Ismay, the chairman of White Star Line in 1912 and a survivor of the sinking. There is also extensive information on famous ships that are associated with Cork Harbour.
The Titanic Memorial Garden is located east of Cobh. It has the advantage of overlooking the magnificent harbor of Lower Cork, with its unobstructed view of the sea and approaching ships. It’s an ideal place to sit back, relax and enjoy the view, to recharge your batteries and even to meditate. The Titanic memorial takes the form of engraved glass panes bearing the names of the 123 passengers who boarded Titanic in Queenstown, 79 of whom survived the sinking. A way of remembering those who lived through the tragic episode of April 12, 1912, when the Titanic struck an iceberg.
The area is rather charming. It’s ideal for an impromptu picnic or if you prefer nature to local restaurants. Although it’s not one of Cobh’s must-sees, we still appreciate its green spaces and tranquility. Admission is free, and there are a few benches where you can take a well-deserved break. It’s a great way to take a break before heading back to the Irish port city! ***PH***
Just outside of town, but still walkable, the memorial garden is dedicated to the 123 passengers who boarded the infamous Titanic in Cobh. Cobh was the Titanic’s last stop before its fateful end. The focus of the garden is the glass sculpture that records the names of each of the passengers. The garden is beautifully maintained and an ideal spot for quiet and reflection.
Situated within Cove Fort, the newly opened garden is beautifully landscaped and is within easy walking distance of the town centre. It overlooks the final anchorage of RMS Titanic at the mouth of Cork Harbour where on 11th April 1912 the final 123 passengers boarded the majestic Ocean Liner. The focal point of the garden is a Glass Memorial Wall onto which the names of those 123 passengers are inscribed. The garden project was a collaboration between Cobh Town Council, the Cobh Titanic Centenary committee and Cobh Tourism and was funded by Cobh Town Council, Cork County Council, The County Cork Association of New York, Fáilte Ireland and South and East Cork Area Development Ltd (SECAD) through the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the National Development Plan. On a bright sunny day the setting and views of Cork Harbour from here are stunning. Within the garden is a memorial stone to Bruce Ismay, the chairman of White Star Line in 1912 and a survivor of the sinking. There is also extensive information on famous ships that are associated with Cork Harbour.
The Titanic Memorial Garden is located east of Cobh. It has the advantage of overlooking the magnificent harbor of Lower Cork, with its unobstructed view of the sea and approaching ships. It’s an ideal place to sit back, relax and enjoy the view, to recharge your batteries and even to meditate. The Titanic memorial takes the form of engraved glass panes bearing the names of the 123 passengers who boarded Titanic in Queenstown, 79 of whom survived the sinking. A way of remembering those who lived through the tragic episode of April 12, 1912, when the Titanic struck an iceberg.
The area is rather charming. It’s ideal for an impromptu picnic or if you prefer nature to local restaurants. Although it’s not one of Cobh’s must-sees, we still appreciate its green spaces and tranquility. Admission is free, and there are a few benches where you can take a well-deserved break. It’s a great way to take a break before heading back to the Irish port city! ***PH***
Titanic Memorial Garden on Map
Sight Name: Titanic Memorial Garden
Sight Location: Cobh, Ireland (See walking tours in Cobh)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Sight Location: Cobh, Ireland (See walking tours in Cobh)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor