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Moyry Castle

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Moyry Castle

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Moyry Castle

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    Location: Carrickbroad, Newry And Mourne, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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    1. Ring of Gullion loop from Newry

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    2. Ring of Gullion Cycle Tours – Moyry Castle loop from Drumintee

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    3. Stop Sign on Narrow Road – Moyry Castle loop from Forkhill

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    June 1, 2023

    Built in 1601, Moyry Castle defended the Moyry Pass, an important and ancient route also known as 'The Gap of the North'.

      September 24, 2022

      Wikipedia (Moyry Castle (from the Irish Maġ Rí), 2022-09-24):
      en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moyry_Castle
      de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moyry_Castle

      Tripadvisor (Moyry Castle, 2022-09-24):
      tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g209976-d11746113-Reviews-Moyry_Castle-Crossmaglen_County_Armagh_Northern_Ireland.html

      It is not possible to park in front of Moyry Castle.
      google.com/maps/@54.070561,-6.383879,3a,90y,199.87h,74.63t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sjrb6drimx5weKEHkjD1p2g!2e0!7i13312!8i6656

      YouTube (Drone Video, RODPIKER DRONES UK, 2022-09-25):

        October 9, 2024

        On my way through County Armagh, I came across Moyry Castle, a ruined castle perched on a small hill overlooking the historic Moyry Pass - the so-called 'Gap of the North'. It is fascinating to think of how this strategic route was once crucial in securing control of the region. The castle's massive, weathered walls still speak of the turbulent times of the 17th century when it was built by the 1st Earl of Devonshire, Charles Blount.

        What struck me most was the atmosphere up here: a mixture of isolation and history. The small rectangular structure with its distinctive curves just has a different feel - not ostentatious or over-the-top, but rather functional and robust. The location offers sweeping views over the rolling hills and the Belfast-Dublin railway line that winds through the landscape. It's quiet up here, with only the gentle sound of the wind and the occasional train passing by in the distance.

        It's definitely worth a quick stop if you're looking for a place steeped in history that's not too crowded. The site is easily accessible and is well worth a detour from the main route. The surrounding meadows also offer a lovely spot for a little break - perfect for taking in the surroundings.

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