Ballintober Castle

Ballintober Castle was built in the early 14th century, probably constructed by Richard de Burgh, Earl of Ulster, as an Anglo-Norman fortress. The castle is a rare keepless design measuring approximately 242 by 264 feet, featuring corner towers and an elaborate entrance on the eastern side flanked by additional towers. This design, influenced by Edward I's Caernarfon Castle in Wales, makes it t...