Historical Attractions in Newcastle West

Famine Graveyard Report an error with this listing

Located at the rear of St. Ita's Hospital. Many hundreds of people who died in the work house during the famine are buried there in unmarked graves. The cemetery is marked by a plain old cross and modern, limestone gates sculptured by Cliodna Cussen, showing scenes from the famine and commissioned by the Famine Cemetery Committee.

Newcastle West, Co. Limerick

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Desmond Hall Report an error with this listing

Newcastle West's landmark feature dominates the southern of end of the Main Town Square. The banqueting hall of the Desmond Castle, seat of the Earl of Desmond, parts of which date from the 13th century, is the most notable historical feature of the town.

Town Square, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick

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Old IRA Monument Report an error with this listing

Situated opposite the church this monument commemorates 17 volunteers who were killed during the war of independence and Civil War 1916 - 1922. The monument was unveiled by President Sean T.O'Kelly in 1955.

Newcastle West, Co. Limerick

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