Skellig Michael to welcome back visitors on June 21

Skellig Michael, which has seen its popularity soar after featuring in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, is a focal point for the area’s tourist industry.

The OPW is preparing to re-open Unesco World Heritage Site Skellig Michael on June 21.

The monastic island and nature reserve, which has seen its popularity soar after featuring in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, is a focal point for the area’s tourist industry, with boating, accommodation and restaurant businesses all heavily dependent on it.