What Actons looked like when it first opened in 1946
If you’re anything like us, you’re a little obsessed with history and in particular, buildings that have a back story to them. In particular, we are a little more than in love with Actons of Kinsale.
The hotel was the original home of the Acton family who settled in Kinsale in 1860 and very soon had developed a number of businesses in the town of Kinsale. In the next coming years, the family purchased the adjoining buildings in which Sidney Acton opened a family hotel in 1946.
In 1962, Trusthouse Forte purchased and developed a leisure complex in 1986 and added the conference centre accommodating up to 300 delegates in 1988.
Sidney & Shelia Acton the orginal owners of Actons Hotel, Kinsale
Steeped in history, Actons Hotel, Kinsale has fantastic character surrounding it, highlighted by breathtaking sights of the surrounding countryside and coastline. With period architecture and charming narrow streets, it really is one of Ireland’s most beautiful towns.
Stunning Historical Spots in Kinsale
Desmond Castle and International Museum of Wine
Desmond Castle was built by the Earl of Desmond c. 1500. A fine example of an urban tower house, the castle comprises of a three-storey keep with storehouses to the rear.
The Courthouse and Regional Museum
This fantastic building dates from about 1600, with additions made in 1706 that included the frontage with loggia on the ground floor. Offices and a jury room were provided on the first floor.
Charles Fort
The best-known historical attraction of Kinsale, Charles Fort, is a beautiful late 17th Century star-shaped fort.
