Ballylahan Castle, Medieval castle in County Mayo, Ireland.
The stone fortress features one remaining circular tower and a hexagonal-shaped bawn positioned along the south bank of River Moy.
Jordan de Exeter, Sheriff of Connacht, built this fortification in 1260, which later endured substantial damage during an attack by King Fedlim Ó Conchobair in 1316.
The castle represents the Norman influence in Ireland, as the de Exeter family arrived with Strongbow and later adapted their name to MacJordan following Irish customs.
Located 2.3 kilometers northeast of Strade, the castle rises 12 meters high and maintains its status as National Monument number 325.
Local records suggest the existence of a two-kilometer tunnel connecting the castle to a nearby friary in the village of Straide.
Location: County Mayo
GPS coordinates: 53.93457,-9.10497
Latest update: March 10, 2025 14:42
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