Lios Tuathail

Listowel's name derives from the Irish Lios Tuathail, meaning 'the fort of Tuathal,' a personal name embodying the sense of 'valour of the tribe' or 'ruling with fervour over the people.' The settlement developed near an ancient Celtic ringfort alongside the River Feale in the Barony of Iraghticonnor, growing significantly after the Norman arrival in the 12th century. Listowel Castle, built ar...