For almost everyone visiting Ireland staying in an Irish castle is a dream! Here are some of the top Irish castles in the West of Ireland to stay in and a little insight into their rich histories.

Last entry to the castle is 30 minutes before closing. From 1 January, due to important conservation and maintenance work, access to the castle may be limited. Last ticket sold to the castle at 3.20pm ...

What are the best Minecraft castle builds? Minecraft’s sprawling, procedurally generated landscapes lend themselves perfectly to the majesty of a castle build, be it in the snow, lush green ...

Entry and parking is free for National Trust members with a valid membership card, during normal opening hours. Please scan your membership card at our pay and display machines for a free parking ...

Dublin Castle's historic grounds will once again be transformed into a magical winter wonderland for the holiday season. Ireland's Office of Public Works (OPW), in partnership with Dublin City ...

Stirling is one of Scotland’s greatest stone castles – an icon integral to how we understand the nation’s story. The castle peaked in importance in the 1500s, but its volcanic crag has been fortified ...

Stirling Castle has been likened to ‘a huge brooch clasping Highlands and Lowlands together’. From high on a volcanic outcrop, the castle guarded the lowest crossing point of the River Forth for ...

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Gus McCarthy scored a debut try and Mack Hansen touched down twice as Ireland set aside their unconvincing start to the autumn to ease to a 52-17 win over Fiji in Dublin. Andy Farrell's much ...

Mr. O’Toole is the author, most recently, of “We Don’t Know Ourselves: A Personal History of Ireland Since 1958” and a columnist for The Irish Times. He wrote from Dublin. Ireland’s ...

Israel recalled its ambassador after Ireland’s decision on a Palestinian state in May, and was further angered last week when Dublin backed South Africa's case at the International Court of ...