Ireland’s only moated castle

Drimnagh is the only moated castle in Ireland and was once the seat of the de Bernival family. The de Bernival or Barnwalls were granted these lands in 1215 and became one of the most influential families in medieval Ireland. Over the years it has been the home of Sir Adam Loftus of Rathfarnham, The Marquess of Landsdown in the 19th century and a dairy owner called Joseph Hatch who bought the castle in 1904. The Hatches lived here until the 1950s when it was sold to the Christian Brothers and used as a school. By the late ’80s, the castle had fallen into ruin. A trust was set up and over the years it has slowly been lovingly restored with the help of FAS, The National Trust, and An Taisce. The castle now provides tours to the public and can be hired for events, private functions, weddings, or as a film location.

Thanks to Connolly Cove for excellent video on Drimnagh Castle

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