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Private visit in an Irish Castle Home

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Enjoy a private visit in Brackloon Castle, one of Ireland’s smallest surviving medieval castles still in use as a family home. Experience the relaxed Irish hospitality of the family who live here on an unhurried exclusive visit. We will take you through five floors and five hundred years of history in one building. Join us at the kitchen table and hear the story of the castle’s turbulent past and it's restoration. As you ascend the narrow spiral stairs discover original defensive features such as the murder hole, gunloops and bartizans. Relax in comfort around the open fireplace in the upper room and enjoy tea and refreshments with your host as you learn about the O'Maddens who built the castle and ruled the surrounding district for hundreds of years. Experience life as lived today in an authentic medieval Irish castle and the features that make this such an unexpectedly cosy and inviting family home.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Snacks
  • All Fees and Taxes

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    Unnamed Road
    Cloonkea, Co. Galway, Ireland

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    Brackloon Castle

    Enjoy the convivial atmosphere of Brackloon Castle, one of Ireland’s smallest surviving medieval castles still in use as a family home. Rarely open to the public, experience the relaxed Irish hospitality of the family who live here on an unhurried private visit. We will take you through five floors and five hundred years of history in one building. Join us at the kitchen table and hear the story of the castle’s turbulent past and it's restoration. As you ascend the narrow spiral stairs discover original defensive features such as the murder hole, gunloops and bartizans. Relax in comfort around the open fireplace in the upper room and enjoy tea and refreshments with your host as you learn about the O'Maddens who built the castle and ruled the surrounding district for hundreds of years. Experience life as lived today in an authentic medieval Irish castle and the features that make this such an unexpectedly cosy and inviting family home.
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    2 hours Admission Ticket Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for young children or travelers with mobility challenges
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Comfortable, flat non-slip footwear is needed.

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private visit in an Irish Castle Home?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-410848P1

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    What's Included

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    • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
    • Snacks
    • All Fees and Taxes

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not recommended for young children or travelers with mobility challenges
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Comfortable, flat non-slip footwear is needed.

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