castles historical sligo

Parkes Castle on the north-east shore of Lough Gill is a 17th century fortified manor house which houses an interpretative centre with an audio-visual show reflecting the many historic and prehistoric sites in the region. There is a tea-room, and guided tours are conducted during the summer months....

Classiebawn Castle which overlooks the charming resort of Mullaghmore, was the property of Viscount Palmerston, British Statesman and Prime Minister, who also built the harbour here.

The castle was completed by the first Lord Mount Temple in 1874 and later descended to the Moutbattens. Now privatedly owned and not open to the public....