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…
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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…
Celebrate Heritage and Education during Heritage Week with Athlone Castle!
Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is ready to celebrate all things “Heritage & Education: Learning from our Heritage” for Heritage Week…
Temporary Closure Notice
Following the advice of the Irish public health authorities and to protect the health and safety of our visitors and…
Athlone Castle Employment Opportunity
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for an Accounts Administrator post with Athlone Arts & Tourism Ltd.
Heritage Week events at Athlone Castle – Living Heritage is this year’s theme
Athlone Castle Visitor Centre will once again deliver an exciting and engaging programme of events during National Heritage Week 2023…
Memories of Life at Athlone Castle
Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is creating a record of the social history of the families who resided in Athlone Castle,…
‘Threading the Táin’ Westmeath Tapestry on display at Athlone Castle
Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is delighted to announce a temporary addition to our display- the Westmeath tapestry, one of the…