Dunluce Castle
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Overview
Extensive and picturesque ruins of a 16th-century castle perched on a rocky crag high above the sea. Stronghold of the MacQuillans and MacDonnells, who significantly altered the original stonebuilt fortress. Randal MacDonnell built a house in the centre of the castle, of which parts of the Great Hall remain, as do the towers and early 17th-century gatehouse. The castle has new displays and there is an audio-visual show. The cave below the ruins provided a secret way into and out of the castle from the sea.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open all year, daily May-Nov and Feb-Apr, 10-5; Dec-Jan, 10-4 (last admission 30mins before closing). Closed 25-26 Dec and 1 Jan. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please see website for full details
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Cafe
About the area
At its closest point, County Antrim is only 12 miles from the Mull of Kintyre, and its coastline is both beautiful and geologically diverse. Alternating sandy bays, rocky shores, high cliffs and forbidding headlands produce a dramatic scenery.
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