Historical Attractions in Athenry

Moyode Castle Report an error with this listing

This was another tall Tower House of the Burkes, which went to the Persse family. The Burkes (de Burgo) were one of the Tribes of Galway. The castle is now restored and inhabited. Moyode Castle, a stunning example of a sixteenth-century fortified tower house located 3.5 miles from the town of Athenry.

Athenry, Co. Galway

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Athenry Dominican Priory Report an error with this listing

In 1241, the Dominican Abbey was founded, a major institution before being sacked by Cromwellians. The Medieval walls around Athenry are among the most complete and best preserved in Ireland and still retain a number of the original towers as well as the original North gate.

Athenry, Co. Galway

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Athenry Castle Report an error with this listing

The three-storey tower, surrounded by defensive walls, is entered at first-floor level through an unusual decorated doorway. Athenry is one of the most notable medieval walled towns surviving in Ireland, owing its foundation to Meiler de Bermingham who built his Castle there c.1250

Athenry, Co. Galway

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Athenry Heritage Centre Report an error with this listing

Modern day Athenry retains many of its medieval buildings and features and the award-winning Athenry Heritage Centre brings this Medieval Town to life using models, storyboards and audio-visual touch screen to celebrate and interpret the town's medieval past. The Heritage Centre, situated in the ruins of the Medieval St. Mary's Parish Church, in the centre of town, is the ideal starting point for anyone visiting Athenry.

Open 11am - 4 pm Monday-Sunday.

The Square, Athenry, Co. Galway

091 844 661

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