County Louth

Louth is named after Lugh, an ancient Irish God who was a member of the Tuatha Dé Danann. It is known as ‘the wee county’ (as it is Ireland’s smallest by area) however it packs well above its weight when it comes to historical sites. Its highest peak is Slieve Foye at 589m located near the medieval town of Carlingford.

Castle Roche, Ballinfuil. County Louth 1236

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Don't look out the window of this impressive Norman castle   Castle Roche was built in 1236 by the De Verdun family on a steep rocky outcrop which made it virtually impregnable. De Verdun [...]

Castle Roche, Ballinfuil. County Louth 12362023-06-24T06:34:59+00:00

King John’s Castle, Carlingford. County Louth 1200

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Carlingford's foreboding Norman castle King John's Castle is located in the pretty village of Carlingford. It was 'reputedly' commissioned for King John of England however recent research suggests that it may have been [...]

King John’s Castle, Carlingford. County Louth 12002023-07-30T07:13:49+00:00

Taaffe’s Castle, Carlingford. County Louth 1520

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Once one of the most important trading ports in Ireland Taaffe's Castle was built around 1520 as a fortified townhouse and trading depot for the Taaffe family. Between the 14th and 16th centuries, [...]

Taaffe’s Castle, Carlingford. County Louth 15202023-07-30T05:50:13+00:00

Millmount Martello Tower, Drogheda. Co.Louth 1808 

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Drogheda's most strategic location The Millmount Martello Tower is Drogheda's most dominant feature. Legend says it is the burial place of Amhairghin, a mythical Celtic poet and it has recently been suggested that [...]

Millmount Martello Tower, Drogheda. Co.Louth 1808 2024-02-18T05:25:18+00:00
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