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Bunratty Castle & Folk Park Explore the acclaimed 15th century Bunratty Castle and the 19th century Folk Park.

Craggaunowen Castle Explore Craggaunowen Castle, the 16th century restored Medieval Castle built in 1550.

Knappogue Castle Tucked away in the rolling hills of Quin in Co. Clare lies the 15th century Knappogue Castle

May 3rd & 4th

Craggaunowen Under Siege This Bank Holiday Weekend

Craggaunowen will echo to the sound of clashing steel this May Bank Holiday Weekend (Saturday, 3 May, and Sunday, 4 May) as fearsome Norse warriors take over the historic County Clare site, transforming it into a bustling Viking village.

April 18th - 21st Easter celebration on the double at Bunratty and Craggaunowen More than 15,000 people are expected to pass through the gates of Craggaunowen and Bunratty Castle & Folk Park this Easter Bank Holiday Weekend. View More

September 2024 Craggaunowen marks close of tourist season with 50th anniversary celebration The 50th anniversary of Craggaunowen was marked on Friday when past and present members of staff gathered at the County Clare visitor attraction. View More

August 2024 Craggaunowen Welcomes Riddett Family Craggaunowen Castle & Crannóg were delighted to welcome the Riddett Family as part of the Great Aviva Road Trip

August 2024 The Great Aviva Roadtrip 2024 Craggaunowen to welcome Riddett Family

May 2023 Viking Invasion At Craggaunowen Craggaunowen will be transformed into a Viking village this May 27th and 28th as the sights and sounds of the ‘Norsemen’ descend on the popular County Clare visitor attraction.

June 2023 Viking Festival at Craggaunowen - July 30th & 31st Craggaunowen is delighted to welcome back the Fingal Living History group to this idyllic corner of County Clare as they showcase the customs, crafts and culture of our Viking Ancestors on Saturday July 30th and Sunday July 31st