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.…
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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 Reopening
We are delighted to announce that Athlone Castle is reopening on Monday 29th June after a temporary closure due to…
The Siege Exhibition Space Closed from today until Sunday 15th December 2019
Visitors are asked to please note that there will be no access to The Siege exhibition space at Athlone Castle…
Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at Athlone Castle on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th December 2019!
Athlone Castle will be turning into a magical Christmas land on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th December 2019 to welcome…
‘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…
Athlone Castle Employment Opportunities
The positions of Athlone Arts and Tourism Part-time Caretaker and Cultural Assistant for 2023 at Athlone Castle are now available.
Easter Fun for All the Family at Athlone Castle
Athlone Castle is delighted to celebrate the Easter holiday with an exciting and fun filled onsite family event taking place…
Athlone Castle Seasonal Closures
Athlone Castle will be closed from Wednesday 21st to Tuesday 27th December inclusive and will re-open on Wednesday 28th December…