Tinnahinch Castle, Medieval tower house ruins in County Carlow, Ireland.
The rectangular structure features a stair tower at its southwest angle and a bartizan at the northeast corner of the fortification.
James Butler constructed the castle in 1615 to control river passage, but lost it during the Irish Confederate Wars of 1641.
The castle's architecture demonstrates the defensive requirements of 17th-century Irish nobility through its machicolation and strategic window placement.
Visitors can access the castle ruins by crossing the bridge from Graiguenamanagh and following the path south along the River Barrow.
Local records indicate the final resident, known as Mad Butler, met his end when he was burned outside the tower due to family controversies.
Location: County Carlow
GPS coordinates: 52.53749,-6.95726
Latest update: March 18, 2025 19:34
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