Dunasead Castle, Baltimore

Name: Dunasead Castle
Address: Baltimore, Ireland

#2 among attractions in Baltimore

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Dunasead Castle, sometimes known as Baltimore Castle, is a 17th-century fortified house situated in the town of Baltimore in western County Cork, Ireland. The tower house is built on the site of an earlier Norman-era structure, which itself replaced an earlier Bronze Age ringfort. Traditionally associated with the O'Driscoll family, it was purchased and restored by members of the McCarthy family in the late 1990s, and partially opened to the public from 2005. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°29'1"N, 9°22'23"W

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Dunasead Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lough Hyne, Baltimore Beacon, St. Patrick's Cathedral, West Cork Arts Centre.

3.3 miNE
Lake, Nature, Natural attraction
Lough Hyne, Skibbereen
85 min walk • Lough Hyne is a fully marine sea lough in West Cork, Ireland, about 5 km southwest of Skibbereen. It was designated as Ireland's first Marine Nature Reserve in 1981.
0.9 miSW
Tower
Baltimore Beacon, Baltimore
24 min walk • The Baltimore Beacon is a white-painted stone beacon at the entrance to the harbour at Baltimore, County Cork, Ireland. The beacon was built at the order of the British government following the 1798 Rebellion.
6.7 miNE
Church
St. Patrick's Cathedral, Skibbereen
170 min walk • The so-called St. Patrick's Cathedral or Skibbereen Cathedral is Roman Catholic church which plays the role of parish church in Skibbereen, a town of Ireland. It belongs to the Diocese of Cork and Ross.
6.4 miNE
51°32'56"N • 9°16'3"W
West Cork Arts Centre, Skibbereen
163 min walk • Shopping, Museum, Art gallery
2.3 miSW
Island, Locality
Sherkin Island
59 min walk • The island is known for its stunning landscapes, with rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and rolling hills that provide the perfect backdrop for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. Visitors can explore the island's diverse flora and fauna while...
4.8 miE
Beach
Tragumna
123 min walk • Tragumna is a small hamlet and beach located in the civil parish of Castlehaven about 5 km from the town of Skibbereen in County Cork, Ireland. The small beach at Tragumna overlooks a tiny island, Drishane Island, which is about 100 metres offshore. The beach was awarded a Blue Flag for the years 2019 and 2020.
6.7 miNW
Village
Ballydehob
171 min walk • One of the highlights of Ballydehob is its vibrant arts and music scene. The village is home to a thriving community of artists, musicians, and writers, making it a hub for creativity and expression. Visitors can explore the local art galleries and studios, or enjoy...
6.3 miNE
51°31'45"N • 9°14'44"W
Lough Abisdealy, Skibbereen
162 min walk • Lake