Athlone Castle hosts Free events in celebration of Cruinniú na nÓg on Saturday 12th June
Athlone Castle in association with Creative Ireland and Westmeath County Council, will host a programme of free events for this…
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Athlone Flood Alleviation Scheme, Co. Westmeath – Discovery of Slipway on The Strand
Groundworks for the construction of a flood defence wall on The Strand, Athlone are being archaeologically monitored by archaeologists from…
Athlone Castle reopens on Thursday 13th May
We are delighted to announce that Athlone Castle is reopening on Thursday 13th May. We strongly recommend and encourage those…
Athlone Castle’s virtual Easter Extravaganza
Athlone Castle Visitor Centre will once again go virtual for an Easter Extravaganza. In line with current Government restrictions, Athlone…
A Flag Flies Once More
On the 28th February 1922, the Irish tricolor was raised above Athlone Castle, following an exodus of British troops earlier…
Herstory Light Show illuminating Athlone Castle 31st January 2021
On the 31st January, Athlone Castle featured in the 2021 Herstory Light Show celebrating St. Brigid’s Day. To celebrate St.…
Aubrey de Vere
Aubrey Thomas de Vere was born on the 10th January 1814, at Curraghchase House, Kilcornan in County Limerick. De Vere…
Christmas and New Year Opening Hours
Athlone Castle Visitor Centre will close from Thursday 24th to Monday 28th December inclusive. Athlone Castle will re-open on Tuesday…
Conservation and Safety Works completed at Athlone Castle
Conservation and Safety Works completed at Athlone Castle Conservation and safety works completed at Athlone Castle with support from the Heritage…
Easter at Athlone Castle
Athlone Castle is delighted to celebrate the Easter holiday with an exciting and fun filled onsite family event taking place…
Custume Barracks Centenary – 100 Years of Service to the State
Monday 28th February 2022 at 11am marks the Centenary of the handover of Custume Barracks by the Irish National Army…
Christmas Memories From Athlone
An Athlone native recalls his memories of Christmas time growing up in Athlone.
Nollaig Shona Duit! Merry Christmas!
Athlone Castle Visitor Centre will be closed from Thursday 23rd December to Tuesday 28th December inclusive. We will reopen to…
