Main Guard, Renaissance courthouse in Clonmel, Ireland
The Main Guard features five bays across two stories with a classical facade and a series of open arches on the ground floor level.
James Butler, Duke of Ormond, constructed this building in 1675 to serve as the courthouse for the Palatinate administrative area of County Tipperary.
The building incorporates stones from nearby Cistercian ruins, connecting the structure to the regional religious architectural heritage of Tipperary.
The Main Guard opens to visitors between April and September, with guided tours available through advance booking at the reception desk.
The structure received recognition as potentially the oldest surviving classical public building in Ireland, according to the Royal Institute of Architects.
Location: Clonmel
GPS coordinates: 52.35315,-7.70141
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:37
Castle Gurteen de la Poer
7.4 km
Marlfield House, Clonmel
4.2 km
Knocklofty House
6.1 km
Moorstown Castle
9.6 km
Inislounaght Abbey
2 km
Old St. Mary's Church
336 m
Clonmel Town Hall
142 m
Donaghmore Church
6.9 km
Clonmel Courthouse
199 m
Saint Mary's Church
574 m
St Mary's Church
11.7 km
SS Peter and Paul's Church, Clonmel
185 m
St Laurence's Church
9 km
The '98 Man
144 m
Kilsheelan Bridge
8.2 km
Kilronan Church
8.9 km
Gashouse Bridge
475 m
Holy Trinity Church of Ireland, Fethard
12.5 km
White Memorial Theatre
328 m
Sir Thomas' Bridge
3.5 km
Madam's Bridge
12.5 km
Fethard Priory
12.6 km
Old Bridge
238 m
St John's Church, Toor
12.4 km
Allen, Larkin and O'Brien Monument
365 m
Workhouse Bridge
1.1 km
Clonmel Friary
96 m
Newcastle Bridge
11.4 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes