Burnchurch Castle

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Burnchurch Castle, a National Monument, is a well-preserved 15th century Norman tower house with a round gate tower, situated in the parish of Burnchurch, County Kilkenny, Ireland. Burnchurch Castle and tower, along with the Church of Ireland church, and the lime trees became a National Monument in 1993. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°34'34"N, 7°17'51"W

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

Nearby attractions include: Kilkenny Castle, St Mary's Cathedral, Kells Priory, Butler Gallery.

5.5 miN
Tours of restored 12th-century fortress
Kilkenny Castle, Kilkenny
141 min walk • Kilkenny Castle stands as a testament to Ireland's medieval grandeur, dominating the skyline of Kilkenny City with its imposing structure. Originally built in 1195 by Norman occupiers, the castle has undergone numerous transformations throughout its storied history...
5.5 miN
Stately 19th-century Catholic church
St Mary's Cathedral, Kilkenny
141 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kilkenny, Ireland, St Mary's Cathedral stands as an imposing and inspirational beacon of faith and history. This magnificent church, constructed from locally sourced limestone, has dominated the city's skyline since its consecration in 1857.
2.9 miSE
Monastery, Monuments and statues
Kells Priory
74 min walk • Kells Priory, one of Ireland's largest and most impressive medieval monuments, stands as a testament to the country's rich ecclesiastical heritage. Nestled in the lush, green countryside of County Kilkenny, this extensive monastic ruin dates back to the 12th century...
5.5 miN
Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
Butler Gallery, Kilkenny
141 min walk • Butler Gallery is a contemporary art gallery and museum in Kilkenny, Ireland. It presents a collection of works by Irish and international artists from the 18th century to the present day.
5.6 miN
City hall
The Tholsel, Kilkenny
142 min walk • The Tholsel on High Street, Kilkenny, Ireland was built in 1761 by Alderman William Colles as place for collecting tolls, but has also been used as a customs house, a courthouse and a guildhall.
4.5 miSW
Archaeological site
St. Mary's Church, Callan
114 min walk • St. Mary's Church is a medieval church and National Monument in Callan, Ireland.
5.6 miN
Visitor center, Memorial
Shee Alms House, Kilkenny
142 min walk • Shee Alms House was founded by the Shee family in 1582 'to accommodate twelve poor persons' in the city of Kilkenny, Ireland. It is a nationally significant Tudor period Almshouse.
4.2 miS
Monastery
Kilree
107 min walk • Kilree is a former Christian monastery and National Monument located in County Kilkenny, Ireland.
4.4 miSW
Ruins, Archaeological site
Callan Motte, Callan
114 min walk • Callan Motte is a motte-and-bailey and National Monument in Callan, Ireland.
5.4 miN
Hotel, Archaeological site
Butler House, Kilkenny
138 min walk • Butler House is an 18th-century Georgian Dower house located in Kilkenny, Ireland. It is currently working as a 4-star hotel and conference centre.
3.9 miW
Monastery
Callan Augustinian Friary, Callan
100 min walk • The Callan Augustinian Friary is an Augustinian friary situated in Callan, Co Kilkenny, Ireland. It is known locally as the "Abbey Meadow" and is located to the north-east of the town, on the banks of the Kings River.