The Castle Ward
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Discover the Irish castles of County Down, a handy selection to help you plan your trip to Ireland.
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Audley’s Castle
A ruined 15th-century building. Lost in the countryside, this is a charming place!
3.50/5 (6 votes)
The Castlewellan
Castlewellan is an Irish castle in County Down. A former Scottish stately home, it was built in 1856 and long owned by a wealthy Scottish earl. Today, the building has been bought out and is not open to visitors...
4.00/5 (4 votes)
Quoile Castle
If you love ruined buildings, don't miss the sumptuous Quoile Castle, a 16th-century castle now in ruins, just 2 km from Downpatrick. Magnificent, it offers a lovely show, rich in silences!
3.25/5 (4 votes)
Jordan’s Castle
Jordan's Castle remains a historical mystery to this day. Its construction date remains unknown, although it is suspected to have been built…
3.67/5 (3 votes)
Greencastle Royal Castle
Greencastle Royal Castle is a Northern Irish castle located in County Down near Kilkeel. It's one of the best-preserved ruined castles in the region, and can be visited free of charge... It would be a shame not to stop by!
3.00/5 (3 votes)
Dundrum Castle
The view faces the Mournes Mountains. An Anglo-Norman castle whose history seems to live on in its stones...
4.00/5 (2 votes)
The Scrabo Tower
A tower overlooking the surrounding area. A must-see in the region if you're not afraid of the building's many steps!
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