Ballyhannon Castle, Quin in County Clare, Ireland

Ballyhannon Castle

Quin in County Clare, Ireland

Ballyhannon Castle, near the village of Quin in County Clare, Ireland, is a well-preserved medieval tower house built around 1490 by the MacNamara family during what is known as the "Golden Age of castle-building" in the region. The castle is situated close to the River Fergus and is also known historically as Castlefergus.

It has strong connections to both the MacNamaras, who lived there for centuries, and the O'Brien family, whose lands the castle stood on. In the 16th century, it was granted by Queen Elizabeth I to Conor O'Brien, Earl of Thomond, with the obligation of military service. The castle has witnessed notable historical events, including episodes during Irish rebellions and transitions of ownership amid English settlement.

Remarkably, Ballyhannon Castle remains fully intact today, protected as a National Monument for its historic and architectural significance, and it operates as a private venue accommodating guests with modern comforts while retaining its medieval character.

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Castlefergus, Quin, Co. Clare, Ireland

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