Shrule Castle, Tower castle in County Mayo, Ireland.
The rectangular stone structure rises near the Black River at the border between County Mayo and County Galway with thick defensive walls.
Built in 1238 by the de Burgh family, the castle changed ownership in 1308 when Richard Óg de Burgh transferred it to his son John.
The castle witnessed the 1642 Shrule Massacre, where English settlers were held for a week before meeting their fate under Edmond Bourke's orders.
The castle ruins stand on private land used for sheep farming, requiring visitors to obtain permission and exercise caution due to unstable structures.
The McDonnells of Knocknacloy's gallowglass warriors captured the fortress in 1570, leading to a battle where their chief Calvagh McDonnell lost his life.
Location: County Mayo
GPS coordinates: 53.51957,-9.08579
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:18
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