Cloonacauneen Castle
| Cloonacauneen Castle | |
|---|---|
 | |
  Location within Ireland | |
| Type | tower house |
| Location | County Galway, Ireland |
| History | |
| Built | 15th century |
| Site notes | |
| Height | 50 ft (15 m) |
Architectural style | Norman-style |
Cloonacauneen Castle is a restored 15th-century tower house with an attached wing. It is privately owned, and is located in the northeast outskirts of Galway city in County Galway, Ireland.[1][2][3]
History
The castle was built in the 15th century. By 1914, it had fallen into disrepair. In 1963, a restoration effort was started by the Lenihan family, which saw the roofs of the castle and guest house replaced and the battlements raised back to their original height.[4]
The castle's owners have been recorded since as early as 1574, when it was owned by Richard Beag Burke.
Modern usage
The castle now functions primarily as a restaurant, pub and hotel. It is used for events such as weddings and corporate functions.
References
- ↑ "Cloonacauneen Castle Official Website". Retrieved 6 May 2020.
- ↑ "TripAdvisor listing". Retrieved 6 May 2020.
- ↑ "Galway Tourism listing". Retrieved 6 May 2020.
- ↑ "Curious Ireland - Cloonacauneen Castle". Retrieved 6 May 2020.