Timeline
15:33
Grab a coffee and a pastry at Smokey's. It is the closest spot to the waterworks and opens early enough for a relaxed pre-sunset start.
16:03
Walk to the Old Municipal Waterworks. Arrive with enough time to settle in and watch the sky change as the golden hour begins around 15:46.
16:48
Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the southwest, casting long shadows over the historic brickwork of the 19th-century building.
17:18
End the evening with a meal at McSwiggans. It is a popular gastropub just a short walk away, perfect for warming up after the cold evening air.
Local tip
Smokey's is open Mo-Sa 09:00-19:00. McSwiggans is open Daily noon–9PM, with dinner service from 4PM. Arrive early to secure a table at McSwiggans as it gets crowded.
Check before you go
- Smokey's closes at 19:00 on weekdays and Saturdays.
- McSwiggans serves dinner from 4PM and closes at 9PM.
Worth knowing
- Smokey's is open at 15:33 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
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