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Two kids engaging in the First 400 Years exhibition at Athlone Castle Visitor Centre. The young girl tests her strength on the inactive Long Bow on display while the boy discovers how the cross bow operates.
The People of the Siege exhibition seems to be a popular spot for many visitors to snap a selfie as we can see in this image. Young ladies capture a memory with the models of Generals and Leaders at Athlone Castle Visitor Centre.
Former Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Michael Ring T.D. and a young visitor at the official opening of Athlone Castle Visitor Centre on the 26th February 2013. Our young visitor is dressed in a red Jacobite uniform and hat as thy both enjoy the People of the Siege exhibition at Athlone Castle Visitor Centre.
Bow maker Jack demonstrates how medieval bows and arrows were made. Onlookers listen carefully as he explains the skills that are required to become a master bow maker.
A young king looks down upon the castle courtyard at Athlone Castle
Taking advantage of a great photo opportunity woman is holding Insta frame in front of a boy locked in the medieval castle stocks during Culture Night at Athlone Castle.
Pipe band in full uniform march by Athlone Castle preforming some uplifting music during the unveiling of the War Memorial outside Athlone Castle Visitor Centre.
Artist Victor Ambrus adds his signature to one of his many illustrations on the walls at Athlone Castle Visitor Centre.
A family of four enjoying a game of Tumble Tower on a nice Summers day at the picnic benches in the Castle courtyard during the Traditional Games Day.
Athlone Castle in full colour during the Herstory Light Show as wonderful bright images and colours are projected onto the castle on the banks of the River Shannon.
A group of children dressed in crowns and high vis vest digging through the sand box to see what treasures they can find in the Archaeological Dig tent during the Medieval Fair at Athlone Castle.
Some children dressed up as a princess and a dragon checking out one of the many stalls at Athlone Castle’s Annual Medieval Fair where many treats and goodies can be found.
Halloween at Athlone Castle Visitor Centre. We have transformed one of our rooms into a spooky storytelling space. Here some kids gather in the dimply lit room to hear some spooky Halloween stories told by Nuala Hayes.
Visitors to Athlone Castle enjoying a game of Tumble Tower at the picnic benches in the courtyard at Athlone Castle during the Traditional Games Day.
Two visitors in awe of the Bronze shield that is on display in the Early History exhibition at Athlone Castle Visitor Centre.
Santa Clause visits Athlone Castle Visitor Centre at Christmas. Here he sits in his chair, wearing his traditional red Santa suit and black boots with his long white beard. He waves wishing everyone a Happy Christmas. I wonder what gifts are in his Christmas sacks placed next to him?
Athlone Castle volunteer Thomas Evans demonstrating is barber skills during Heritage Week. Here Thomas uses a blown up balloon wearing a top hat to see show just how delicate a process this job is.
Two men visiting the temporary “Treasures in Time” exhibition at Athlone Castle Visitor Centre. They gaze through the exhibition catalogue as they find the treasures within the exhibition.
A young learner and a medieval chess master having an intense game of chess during our Annual Medieval Fair at Athlone Caslte Visitor Centre.
A fun group of visitors to Athlone Castle Visitor Centre all dressed up in medieval costumes such as Kings, Knights and ladies. Gathered for a great photo opportunity in front of the castle Keep in the middle of the courtyard at Athlone Castle.
Seattle Police Pipe and Drum Band entertain onlookers from the upper battlements with a live band performance from the castle courtyard on a nice Summer’s day.
Some guests at Athlone Castle Visitor Centre discover the mirrored ceilings above the models in our People of the Siege Exhibition.
Illustrator, Victor Ambrus with Joanna Grobosz and Mary Bannon all looking very happy at the official opening of Athlone Castle Visitor Centre on the 26th February 2013. They stand in front of one of Victor’s beautiful illistrations.
The Athlone Castle Keep stands strong in the centre of the castle courtyard lit up at night and surrounded by dark navy blue skies.
A large group of visitors gather near the cannons overlooking the River Shannon in the courtyard for a guided tour of Athlone Castle.
The Band of the 2nd Brigade from Custume Barracks in Athlone preforming in the courtyard at Athlone Castle. The army band in full uniform seated in the courtyard playing trumpets and various other instruments to some visitors to Athlone Castle.
A beautiful shot of Athlone Castle standing on the banks of the River Shannon with the cherry blossom trees in full bloom and some lovely pink flowers in the foreground.
Kids having fun while learning to make all sorts of different arts and crafts at Athlone Castle Visitor Centre. Have the glue and colouring pencils at the ready!
Two actors on stage during a performance held at Athlone Castle Visitor Centre
Two visitors playing each other at one of the traditional games at Athlone Castle Visitor Centre
Two visitors enjoying game of tumbling tower at Athlone Castle Visitor Centre
Pat Reid of Wicklow Willow making a traditional willow fence during one of the many events at Athlone Castle Visitor Centre