Granard Motte and Bailey Castle

An earth and timber castle constructed around 1199 by Richard de Tuite as part of the Anglo-Norman conquest of Longford. This impressive earthwork castle was possibly constructed on an earlier earthwork which was used as the Gaelic Inauguration Site of the O’Farrell clan. Please note that many of these monuments may be on private land and may not be publicly accessible. When setting out to visit monuments please ensure that you wear appropriate footwear and clothing. Access to monuments without Visitor Services may be across uneven ground which may not be suitable for everyone and, in particular, wheelchair users.