Cahir Castle
Once the stronghold of the powerful Butler family, the castle retains its impressive keep, tower and much of its original defensive structure.
It is one of Ireland's largest and best preserved castles. It is situated on a rocky island on the River Suir. The castle's attractions include an excellent audio-visual show which informs visitors about the castle.
For more information and to arrange a visit go to Cahir Castle.
The OPW offers free access to all OPW managed Heritage Sites to school-going children under their Free Schools Visits programme. This Programme is intended to support the educational curriculum and children can, with their teachers, engage with many relevant aspects of their learning including art, history and social science at these historic & heritage locations throughout the country.
Text courtesy of Heritage Ireland. Image courtesy of clogheen.net.