Bunratty Castle
Bunratty Castle (Irish: Caisleán Bhun Raithe) is a large 15th-century tower house in County Clare, Ireland. It is located in the centre of Bunratty village, by the N18 road between Limerick and Ennis, near Shannon Town and its airport. The castle and the adjoining folk park are run by Shannon Heritage as tourist attractions.
Bunratty Castle | |
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Location | Bunratty village, County Clare, Ireland |
Coordinates | 52°41′48″N 8°48′42″W |
Built | c. 1425 |
Restored | 1956 |
Restored by | 7th Viscount Gort |
Governing body | Clare County Council |
National monument of Ireland | |
Reference no. | 478 |
Location of Bunratty Castle in Ireland |
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