Memorials & monuments · Northern Ireland
McGurk's Bar bombing tombstone and commemorative plaque
In or near Belfast.
McGurk's Bar bombing tombstone and commemorative plaque — a memorial in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.
Eric Jones — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- York Street · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
McGurk's Bar bombing tombstone and commemorative plaque is a memorial located in northern-ireland, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
McGurk's Bar is a memorial site dedicated to the victims of the McGurk’s Bar Massacre that occurred on December 4, 1971. It serves as a platform for a family campaign seeking truth and justice regarding the events surrounding the massacre, highlighting issues of government collusion and media disinformation.
Place summary
McGurk's Bar bombing tombstone and commemorative plaque is a memorial located in Northern Ireland. It commemorates the victims of the 1971 bombing of McGurk's Bar, a significant event in the region's history. The memorial serves as a reminder of the impact of the conflict in Northern Ireland.
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- Coordinates
- 54.6074, -5.9305
- District
- Belfast
- Postcode
- BT15 1FH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Belfast North
- Nearest railway station
- York Street — 0.6 km
- Official site
- mcgurksbar.com
Sources
- osm: node/3875999683 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is McGurk's Bar bombing tombstone and commemorative plaque?
- McGurk's Bar bombing tombstone and commemorative plaque is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (postcode BT15 1FH).
- What is McGurk's Bar bombing tombstone and commemorative plaque?
- McGurk's Bar bombing tombstone and commemorative plaque — a memorial in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to McGurk's Bar bombing tombstone and commemorative plaque?
- The nearest railway station is York Street, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode BT15 1FH.
- Is McGurk's Bar bombing tombstone and commemorative plaque free to visit?
- Yes, McGurk's Bar bombing tombstone and commemorative plaque is free to enter.
- How do I get to McGurk's Bar bombing tombstone and commemorative plaque?
- The nearest railway station is York Street, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BT15 1FH.