Location & Local Info

Nearest Airport: Shannon Airport – 50 miles

Nearest Train Station: Thurles, Tipperary - 75 miles

Nearest Town: Limerick - 40 miles

Car Ferry: Tarbert/Killimer - 4 miles

There are 6 well known and 3 less well known golf courses within two hours drive of the Castle plus a vast selection of neighbouring castles and ancient ruins to visit. Curraghmore Forest Park, which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, is also within easy reach. The Blackwater Valley, which is in the vicinity, is well-known for its salmon fishing while deep sea fishing trips depart from the nearby Kilrush and Tarbert jetties.  Nearby Tarbert even offers whale-watching excursions. For children and adults, Limerick County has a number of popular visitor attractions including The Bishops Palace, Foynes Museum, Lough Gur Stone Age Centre and Croom Mills.