Heritage Centres / Historic Places

Kenmare Stone Circle is situated within Kenmare town and is an egg shaped circle which are very unusual. It comprises of 15 heavy boulders and 13 standing stones. There is a large boulder in...

This impressive tower-house was reputedly built by John Sely, bishop of Down, between 1413 and 1441 when he was dismissed for living with Letticia Thomas, a married woman. This makes it the...

Kildare Town Heritage Centre is an exciting visitor attraction situated in the picturesque medieval town of Kildare. It is in an area renowned for its bloodstock industry, within 5 minutes...

Kildemock Jumping Church is located in Millockstown. There is a gabel wall standing upright within the church and the church is said to have ‘jumped’ inwards although no natural...

Killkenny Castle stands dramatically on a strategic height that commands a crossing on the River Nore and dominates the 'High Town' of Kilkenny City. Over the eight centuries of its existence...

The village of Killyleagh developed around this castle which was built in the 12th century. The castle is now used as self catering apartments. Hans Sloan was born in a house close to the...

The Gaol was built in 1792. It has held some of Irelands most famous Nationalists and Republicans and the leaders of the 1916 rising were executed here. There are guided tours and exhibitions...

King House is a magnificently restored Georgian Mansion located in Boyle, County Roscommon. It was built in the early 1700’s for Sir Henry King, whose family were one of the most powerful...

This castle was built in the centre of medieval Limerick City in the 13th century. There are views of the River Shannon from the castle as well as some lovely views of Limerick city. You can...

Knockabbey Castle & Gardens have been one of Ireland's best kept secrets. In 1998 these sleeping gardens were purchased by Cyril O'Brien. Currently under major restoration with the aid of the...