Cahir Castle
Cahir Castle is a fabulous thirteenth century fortress to visit, well preserved and in an Irish riverside setting. It is actually authentically medieval too, without… Read More »Cahir Castle
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Dunluce Castle
Dunluce is a common photo opportunity for those visiting Giant’s Causeway and is a fabulously sited cliff top castle. The parking is just at the… Read More »Dunluce Castle
Killyleagh Castle
Killyleagh Castle claims to be the oldest inhabited castle in Ireland and is still a private home, although two of its towers can be rented… Read More »Killyleagh Castle
Dundrum Castle
Dundrum Castle is an early Norman castle well worth a visit for its setting overlooking Dundrum Bay and circular keep. Visiting Dundrum Castle Other than… Read More »Dundrum Castle
Narrow Water Keep
Narrow Water Keep is a small sixteenth century tower with surrounding wall on the rivers edge near Warrenpoint. Visiting Narrow Water Keep We stopped at… Read More »Narrow Water Keep
Trim Castle
A visit to Trim Castle, as Google Maps is keen to point out, will show you the largest Anglo Norman castle in Ireland. It is… Read More »Trim Castle
Ferns Castle
A visit to Ferns castle is an easy day trip from either Dublin or Wexford. The castle is a Norman fortress that was built in… Read More »Ferns Castle
Carrickfergus Castle
Carrickfergus Castle is a fabulously intact site to visit, set in a town steeped in history. One look at the map below and you can… Read More »Carrickfergus Castle