Athlone Castle
Athlone Castle, sometimes known as Adamson Castle, is a castle located in Athlone, County Westmeath, Ireland, dating from the 12th century.
| Athlone Castle | |
|---|---|
| Part of the Town of Athlone | |
| Athlone, Westmeath in Ireland | |
Athlone Castle Location in Ireland | |
| Coordinates | 53°25′24″N 7°56′33″W |
| Type | Castle |
| Site information | |
| Owner | City of Athlone, Ireland |
| Operator | Athlone Arts and Tourism |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Condition | Restored |
| Website | athlonecastle |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1129 (Wooden fort), 1210 (Motte-and-Bailey) |
| Built by | Bishop John de Gray of Norwich |
| In use | 1129-1969 |
| Battles/wars | Siege of Athlone |
National monument of Ireland | |
| Official name | Athlone Castle |
| Reference no. | 520 |
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