Ballycarbery Castle, castle in County Kerry, Ireland
Ballycarbery Castle is the ruins of a fortified structure in County Kerry that once stood prominently above the surrounding landscape. What remains today are partial walls and ground layouts that hint at its former size and defensive design.
This castle was built in the early modern period as a defensive structure to serve a local family as their residence. Over time it was abandoned and gradually fell into decay.
The ruins are publicly accessible and located on a hilltop with views over the surrounding area. The site is open to visitors and easy to reach, though sturdy shoes are recommended due to uneven ground.
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