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Welcome to Bunratty Castle & Folk Park

The most complete and authentic Castle in Ireland

Visit the acclaimed 15th iconic Bunratty Castle  - the most complete and authentic castle in Ireland.

The site on which Bunratty Castle stands was in origin a Viking trading camp in 970. The present structure is the last of four castles to be built on the site. Take a tour of this iconic fortress; hear and see how the lords and ladies of this castle lived; hear stories of battles and bravery and enjoy stunning views across the idyllic Clare countryside.



 
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Bunratty Folk Park

Set on 26 acres of unspolit Clare countryside, Bunratty Folk Park features over 30 buildings in a ‘living’ village and rural setting. Rural farmhouses, village shops and streets are recreated and furnished as they would have appeared at that time according to their social standing, from the poorest one roomed dwelling to Bunratty House a fine example of a Georgian residence built 1804 home of the Studdarts, the last family to occupy Bunratty Castle. View Bunratty Folk Park
19th Century Village Street
Magical Fairy Village
Viking Playground & Farm Animals
Estate House & Walled Garden

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25May Exhibition Marks 60 Years Of The Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet The 60th anniversary of the Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet was celebrated in County Clare today with the launch of a new... Full Story
National Heritage Week 2022 Bunratty Castle and Folk Park is delighted to announce a series of fascinating events in celebration of National Heritage ... Full Story
Hundreds of toys donated by the public at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park Hundreds of toys donated by the public at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park are making their way to patients of Children’s H... Full Story
Shannon Group buildings light up Green for St Patrick’s Day Iconic buildings will be lighting up green and a host of events are planned as Shannon Group’s contribution to a virtual c... Full Story
January 2021 Activities to Enjoy at Home - January 2021 Stuck at home this January? The team at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park want to share with you some of our best loved activi... Full Story
Win for Bunratty Castle and Folk Park at the All-Ireland Marketing Awards Bunratty Castle and Folk Park has been acknowledged for its reactive marketing at the All-Ireland Marketing Awards. Full Story
Plans announced for multi-million euro rejuvenation of Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Shannon Group’s tourist experiences and attractions company, Shannon Heritage, has lodged a planning application with Clar... Full Story
Shannon Heritage celebrates 20 years of magical Christmas events at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Over 31,000 visitors expected over the Christmas period 50 additional local staff hired for the festive season Full Story

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Bunratty Collection

Finest collection of medieval furniture in the country

Bunratty Castle was in ruins in the mid 20th century and was in danger of being demolished for stone. Viscount Gort, a mediaevalist bought the castle in 1953 for a nominal sum, saving it for posterity. Encouraged by a small group of individuals, including the archaeologist John Hunt, they set about returning the castle to its former splendour.


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Plan Your Visit

Shannon International Airport is on our doorstep with scheduled services from North America, Europe & the UK on a daily basis with all the main international carriers.

When you arrive in Bunratty

Located just off the N18 between Limerick & Ennis.You can’t miss the Castle! A tourist once asked the question, why did they build the castle so close to the motorway!? Free parking is available at the castle year-round.

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