Cullahill Castle

About this place

Cullahill Castle was the principal stronghold of the MacGillapatricks of Upper Ossory built around 1425 and destroyed around 1650. Cullahill Castle takes its name from an ancient forest that covered Cullahill Mountain and extended down to Cullahill village.

Visitor Information

Heritage status

Protected Heritage Site

Access

Permissive access

Getting There & Parking

Cullahill Castle is located in County Laois, roughly 102 km (1h 30m drive) from Limerick and 129 km (1h 55m) from Dublin. The nearest public car park is 251 m away. Nearby highlights within a short drive include Cullahill Castle Chapel (0.1 km away).