Gowran Castle

Gowran Castle originated as a fortified residence built in 1385 by James Butler, 3rd Earl of Ormond, who made it his principal seat and became known as the Earl of Gowran. The castle was strategically positioned at the centre of Gowran in County Kilkenny, representing Butler family power during the medieval period. James died at the castle in 1405 and was interred in the adjoining St. Mary's Co...