Tag: Castles
The History of Cahir Castle
Cahir Castle, once the home of the famed Butler family, sits proudly on a rocky island in the River Suir in the middle of...
Fearsome Past: The History of Dunhill Castle
The ancient remains of the once mighty Dunhill Castle, seat of the La Poer (Power) family, sit high on a towering rock above the...
Grace O’Malley (Granuaile) – Legendary Irish Pirate Queen
Disparaged by her English enemies and largely overlooked by the chroniclers of her time she may have been, yet the famous Pirate Queen Grace...
Visiting the Rock of Dunamase
For lovers of Irish history and tourists visiting the area, the Rock of Dunamase, or Dún Másc, is a must-see, and is one of...
Red Mary – The Ghost of Leamaneh Castle
According to folklore, there are any number of haunted Irish castles, but surely among the most famous of these is Leamaneh Castle. Both the...
King John’s Castle or Dungarvan Castle
Dungarvan Castle, also known as King John's Castle, was built by King John, son of Henry II in the year 1185. It is a typical example...
