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A fascinating place - it's a towerhouse, built in mid-fifteenth century,, typically thought to be owned by Grace O'Malley, called 'a pirate queen', who was the chieftain of the Clan O'Malley.

Right next door is the ruin of an abbey with some typical high crosses.

Ashford Castle, a stunning medieval castle on the shores of Lough Corrib near the town of Cong in County Mayo, is one of Ireland's most magnificent and historic buildings. Originally built in the 13th century by a noble Anglo-Norman family, the castle has a long and fascinating history spanning several centuries. In the 19th century, Ashford Castle was purchased and both restored and expanded by Benjamin Guinness, a member of the famous brewing family. His son, Arthur Guinness, 1st Baron Ardilaun, was responsible for creating the extensive gardens and forests, which are now decorated with exotic plants from all over the world. Since 1939, the castle has served as one of Ireland's most exclusive 5-star hotels, attracting guests from all over the world, including numerous celebrities and royalty. Visiting Ashford Castle is not only a trip back in time, but also an opportunity to experience the luxurious amenities and exceptional service of one of the world's leading hotels. The magnificent gardens and picturesque lake provide ample opportunities for walking and exploring in some of Ireland's most beautiful scenery. Access to the grounds of Ashford Castle is normally reserved for hotel guests, but there are routes to allow viewing, such as the footbridge at Monk's Fishing House behind the abbey, which offers free entry. However, visitors should inform themselves in advance about the current access conditions and possible restrictions.

Also known as Doona Castle, the ruins here watch over a strategic stretch of water. It is said that over 400 crew of a Spanish ship that beached here set up camp around the castle in the 16th century.

Castleaffy Castle sits overlooking an inlet on Clew Bay. It was built in this strategic position as the inlet is too shallow to accommodate ships so it was a place of safety from the English.

Also known as Carrickkildavnet Castle, the tower house was the home of Ireland's 16th century Pirate Queen, Gráinne Ní Mháille (Grace O'Malley). The castle guards the strategic point of the mouth of the Achill Sound. You can cross the stile to explore the castle for free.

The medieval Ashford Castle was built in 1228 and was later converted to a 5-star hotel. It has had a number of famous guests including King George V, Queen Mary, John Lennon, Oscar Wilde, Ronald Reagan, Brad Pitt and many more. The castle is also famous due to its former owner being Sir Benjamin Lee Guinness, from the brewery family who bought the castle in 1852. Although there is a fee to enter Ashford Castle via the main bridge, access if free of charge via the footbridge at the "Monk's Fishing House" behind the abbey.

This fine castle sits right in the middle of the village of Schrule and commands the bridge over the Black River on the Mayo Border. It was owned by the Chief of the MacWilliam Burke lochtair family who relieved it from an attack by the Lord President of Connacht, and the Earl of Clanricarde in 1570. The walls are nearly 9 feet thick at the damaged base giving it an impressively strong foundation and a strong resistance to incoming attack!