Shrule Castle

Shrule, Ireland

Shrule Castle is a ruined tower house in County Mayo, Ireland. The castle was built c.1238, near the Black River at the County Mayo and County Galway border by the de Burgh family. It was given to John de Burgh in 1308 by his father Richard Óg de Burgh, 2nd Earl of Ulster.

The castle was captured in 1570 by a strong force led by Sir Edward Fitton, President of Connaught and Vice Treasurer of Ireland, the force mainly consisted of the McDonnells of Knocknacloy's gallowglass warriors. Mac William Uachtar, Lord of Thomond, the de Burghs of Mayo and McDonnells of Mayo led a force to retake the castle, however they did not succeed. The chief of the McDonnells of Knocknacloy Calvagh McDonnell was killed on 18 June 1570 and during the battle Edward Fitton was unhorsed and severely wounded in the face.

William Burke occupied the castle, and passed it to his son John Burke in 1574. In 1610, Richard Burke, 4th Earl of Clanricarde leased the castle and lands to Pierce Lynch of Galway.

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Founded: c. 1238
Category: Castles and fortifications in Ireland

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Colm & Raquel Hughes (2 years ago)
My husband is from Shrule, County Mayo. I remember the first visit to Ireland and seeing this beautiful castle as we drove through the village on the way to Bullaun. It is so beautiful! If you are planning a trip to Ireland, I recommend visiting County Mayo there is tons to see around this area!
Jason Camorlinga (3 years ago)
In a country simply teeming with castles and old ruins, Shrule Castle is certainly not unique. Perhaps not worth much more than a simple pit stop to take a couple of pictures, this ruin is not open to the public but easily viewable from the roadway. It was originally constructed in 1238 so it is of some historical interest.
Mark McLellan (3 years ago)
This appears to be as close as you can get unless you want to climb a wall.
Anna (3 years ago)
Nice sight and looks especially impressive at sunrise and sunset. Amazing how it still stands after so many years.
Hristo Bachvarov (7 years ago)
Worth the visit. Nice little Irish village
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