Originally built in 1305 by Domnall O'Neill on Castle Hill, one of the area's highest points, Dungannon Castle was later rebuilt as a mansion house by Thomas Knox, 1st Earl of Ranfurly. Only two ruined towers survive today; the site underwent archaeological excavation, including a Channel 4 'Time Team' dig in 2007 that uncovered sections of the original moat and walls.
Visiting Dungannon Castle
Yes, site accessible, limited remains
"Originally built in 1305 by Domnall O'Neill on Castle Hill, one of the area's highest points, Dungannon Castle was later rebuilt as a mansion house by Thomas Knox, 1st Earl of Ranfurly."
Where to stay nearby
The closest castle hotel is Castle Leslie Estate, 20.99 km away in Glaslough — An earlier castle built in 1608 by Sir Thomas Ridgeway was bought by Bishop Leslie in 1665; the present castle was rebuilt in 1870-71 by Sir John Leslie, and the family still lives on the 1,000-acre estate.
Nearest castle hotel · 20.99 km
Castle Leslie Estate
Glaslough, Co. Monaghan · 4-star
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