Set on the banks of the River Maigue in Ireland's self-styled 'prettiest village', Adare Castle passed through several owners before becoming significant to the Earls of Desmond in the 16th century. It fell to English forces during the Second Desmond Rebellion and was further damaged by Cromwellian troops in 1657.
Visiting Adare Castle (Desmond Castle, Adare)
Yes — seasonal guided tours (June–September) departing from the Adare Heritage Centre.
"Set on the banks of the River Maigue in Ireland's self-styled 'prettiest village', Adare Castle passed through several owners before becoming significant to the Earls of Desmond in the 16th century."
Where to stay nearby
The closest castle hotel is Dromoland Castle, 23.18 km away in Newmarket-on-Fergus — 16th-century-origin castle, ancestral seat of the O'Briens of Dromoland (descended from Brian Boru), rebuilt after the family submitted to Henry VIII.
Nearest castle hotel · 23.18 km
Dromoland Castle
Newmarket-on-Fergus, Co. Clare · 5-star / luxury
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