Cloonacauneen Castle
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]
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Type | tower house |
Location | County Galway, Ireland |
Height | 50 feet (15 meters) |
Built | 15th century |
Architectural style(s) | Norman-style |
History
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A common room inside the castle
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]
Unusually, the castle's owners have been recorded since as early as 1574, when it was owned by Richard Beag Burke.
Modern usage
The castle nowadays primarily functions as a restaurant and pub, tourist destination, and hotel. It is commonly used for events such as weddings and corporate functions.
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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.
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