Sunday 13/08/23
Athlone Castle Volunteer and army veteran Henry Brady will bring visitors on a guided tour of the exterior defensive structures of Athlone Castle. Henry will bring the history of the Castle to life with daring tales and interesting anecdotes alike, as he leads visitors around the outer areas of the Castle.
Please be aware that this event is outdoors, so participants will need to be dressed accordingly. This event will involve plenty of movement and so, may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.
Places are limited and pre-booking is essential. Guided tour included with regular admission fee.
This event is supported by the Heritage Council under the Irish Walled Towns Network 2023 Interpretation Fund.
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Visit our 13th century castle and experience history brought alive…
Athlone Castle was first built to defend the crossing point on the River Shannon and evolved into a bold defensive structure over the centuries. Elements of the original castle can still be seen today.
We tell the story of settlement in this part of Ireland’s Ancient East, from the Neolithic period through Viking, and Medieval ages to modern life in Athlone.
