It was named for a local sugar factory and dates back to the 1600s, but its most famous connection is to the Society of United Irishmen, a group founded by Wolfe Tone who was inspired by the French Revolution and sought to topple British power.
Many well-known Presbyterians, like Henry Joy McCracken, who was killed for his part in an unsuccessful uprising attempt in 1798, are known to have been involved with the organisation. During the Second World War, Sugarhouse Entry sustained significant damage from Nazi bombings in the 20th century.
Sugarhouse Entry officially reopened today after more than 50 years!
— Belfast City Council (@belfastcc) August 5, 2024
It's the last of 11 entries that we've restored thanks to @CommunitiesNI< /a> funding & work from @daisychaininc< /a> @form_native @urbanScaleInt< /a>
Watch this video to find out why it's so special.#BelfastCityCentre pic.twitter.com/avtq5IJi07
In 1972, it was locked to the public as part of many security protocols.
Yet, it is now accessible to the public for the first time in fifty years.
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