Ard Aidhin

Artaine, historically spelled Tartaine and Artane, derives from Irish Ard Aidhin, meaning a high or elevated place, with two medieval interpretations: 'little eminence' or 'hill of the flock.' The area remained predominantly rural for nine centuries. Artane Castle emerged around 1360 when Robert de Holywood, Chief Baron of the Irish Exchequer, purchased the property; his family maintained contr...