Knappogue Castle & Walled Gardens - Quin, Co. Clare

Clare

Sensitively restored by the Andrews family in 1966, this 15th Century MacNamara stronghold is famous for medieval banquets. The walled garden has been restored.

The Castle is open to visitors and a popular location for wedding receptions, gala events and also houses a luxurious state-room accommodation which is available for rental.

The original tower house of Knappogue Castle was built by Sean Mac-Con MacNamara in 1467. During the 1641 rebellion the castle was occupied by Cromwellian forces. In the 19th centuries further additions were made to the original structure. The castle was abandoned in the 1920's and was restored by the Hon. Mark Edwin Andrews and his wife Lavonne in 1966. Today world famous Medieval Banquets are held at the castle. The Castle is also a popular location for wedding receptions, gala events and also houses a luxurious state-room accommodation which is available for rental. The beautifully restored Walled Garden at Knappogue Castles offers horticultural therapy, a healing environment and provides a tranquil haven with something of interest for everyone.

Off the N18 Limerick-Ennis Rd near the village of Quin.

2011 times not confirmed when going to print (times below based on 2010). Please refer to website or call central reservations for up to date times.

Open: daily from May-early September 10.00-16.30.
Last admission 16.00.
Opening times may be subject to change.

Medieval Banquets: April-Oct at 18.30 (reservations necessary).

Day Visitor Rates: Adults €6.00, Child €3.40, OAP €3.50,
Family Ticket and Group rates available.

Toilets, Parking, Shop

Central Reservations,
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park,
Co. Clare

Tel: +353 61 360788
Fax +353 61 361020