Narrow Water Castle is a fortified tower near the seaside village of Warrenpoint, Northern Ireland (Co. Down). Built in the 16th century, it is a listed monument, and beautifully preserved… It was built on the banks of the River Clanrye, making it a castle of inimitable charm!
Prior to the construction of this tower, a keep was built here in 1212 to repel the attacks of the great Hugh de Lacy during the Norman Invasions. But the keep failed to withstand the first Irish rebellions, and a new fortress was built in 1560 on the exact spot where the keep had stood.
The fortress was taken over by the Irish state in 1956, and registered as an Irish historic monument… The latter has been slightly renovated and is open to the public free of charge…
As you approach Warrenpoint, you won’t want to miss the Narrow Water Castle, a fortress protected by an impressive wall, which was once used to monitor river traffic and protect Newry and Warrenpoint from attack by the Anglo-Norman Hugh de Lacy.
It is also possible to visit the castle (the visit is free and the castle is open every day from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm). You’ll be able to explore its interior rooms, complete with period furnishings, for a fun and entertaining time!
The tower, as we know it today, has all the typical features of fortified towers of the period: a rectangular floor plan with more than 3 storeys, including bedrooms, dungeon and banqueting hall… All overlooking the nearby river.
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