Statement from Cork County Council on Dursey Cable Car

A recent structural review of the infrastructure of the Dursey Cable car has highlighted some essential works that must be carried out in the short term. These works are deemed essential for the cable car to continue in service.

The works relate to the towers which suffered during recent adverse weather events including Storm Barra in December 2021. Cork County Council has been informed that considering their age, condition and likely future exposure to strong winds, these towers must now be reinforced or replaced.

Regrettably, it will not be possible for the cable car to continue in service while these structural works are carried out. As a result, it will be necessary to pause the cable car service from 1^st of April 2022 in order to facilitate the essential works.

The cable car service is expected to resume in November 2022 following completion of the works and the renewal of consents from the Commission for Railways Regulation to operate the cable car.

This information is being communicated to residents and land users on Dursey Island and Cork County Council is committed to keeping both residents and visitors updated on the progress of these essential works.