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Monkstown Castle
Historic Buildings, Houses and Castles
Now the clubhouse of Monkstown Golf club, this castle was built round 1636 by Anastasia Archdeacon. It consists of a square central block flanked at the corners by four massive square towers and has...More
Irish Landmark Trust Termon House
Historic Buildings, Houses and Castles
Termon House, an 18th century Land Agent's House on the seashore of Maghery, near Dungloe, is located in the heart for the Gaeltacht area. The house was built by the Marquis of Conyngham for his...More
Brook Hall (Heritage Trail)
Historic Buildings, Houses and Castles
Brook Hall, together with the Arboretum and walled garden, is set in a Woodland Park, which faces South East. The ground slopes down to the swiftly flowing River Foyle some two miles downstream from...More
St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Downpatrick
Walking
The foundation stone of this church was laid by Bishop Dorrian in 1886. The church and neighbouring convent of the Sisters of Mercy were built in Gothic Revival style....More
Bangor & North Down Museums Tour
Touring Ideas
Gain an insight into the history of Northern Ireland and Bangor by visiting two award winning museums. Begin at the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum depicting an Ulster town from days gone by, world...More
The Priory
Walking
At the south east edge of Newtownards these substantial remains of a Dominican (Black) Friary founded in 1244 may be viewed. They are the only ones of their type in Northern Ireland. Built by the...More
Killruddery House and Gardens
Gardens
Killruddery House and Gardens is as a wonderful place to escape for a great day out, Killruddery has been home to the Brabazon Family (the Earls of Meath) since 1618. Conveniently located on the...More
Devenish Island Monastic Site, Co.Fermanagh
Touring Ideas
Devenish Monastic Site was founded in the 6th century by Saint Molaise on one of Lough Erne’s many islands. During its history it has been raided by Vikings (837AD), burned (1157AD) and flourished...More
Black Castle Wicklow
Historic Buildings, Houses and Castles
The Black Castle ruin stands on a rocky promontory over the sea, at the eastern side of the town. There is a fine vantage point for views over the town and the coast of North Wicklow from the ruins....More
Cavanacor House Gallery
Art Galleries
Cavanacor Gallery is located in the grounds of Cavanacor House, a seventeenth century house with considerable history, in Lifford County Donegal. Cavanacor Gallery was established in 1999 as a...More
Rinville Park
Historic Buildings, Houses and Castles
Rinville Park is located just five minutes from the picturesque village of Oranmore, in County Galway. It is a wonderful amenity, created around an ancient castle, a stately home and a fine estate...More
Elphin Windmill
Historic Buildings, Houses and Castles
This fully restored, working, 18th century windmill, the oldest type in the country, was perfectly located to harness the winds sweeping over the plains of Elphin. Unusual features are its thatched...More
Athlone Castle Visitor Centre
Children and Family Attractions
Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is a major tourist attraction in the town of Athlone and features both the Castle Visitor Centre and the new Luan Art Gallery. The castle is of Norman origin and...More
The Argory
Gardens
The Argory was built in the 1820s and its hillside location has wonderful views over the gardens and 320 acre wooded estate bordering the River Blackwater. This former home of the MacGeough–Bond...More
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