Ferns Castle
Category: Families, Culture, Sightseeing, Free
Type: Castles, Historic Homes & Sites, Visitor Centres, General Attractions
13th century castle with visitors centre
Ferns Castle
Georgina Campbell
Ferns Castle was built in the 13th century and originally formed a square, with large corner towers but now just half of the castle remains. The most complete tower contains a circular chapel with carved ornament, several original fireplaces and a vaulted basement.
The adjacent Visitors Centre contains the renowned Ferns Tapestry which depicts the story of Ferns in stitch work.
Other historic sites in Ferns include St. Mary's, a 12th century Augustinian Priory; the remains of a 13th century cathedral, St. Peter's, a small nave and chancel church; and some High Crosses and parts of crosses, which stand in the cathedral grounds.
The adjacent Visitors Centre contains the renowned Ferns Tapestry which depicts the story of Ferns in stitch work.
Other historic sites in Ferns include St. Mary's, a 12th century Augustinian Priory; the remains of a 13th century cathedral, St. Peter's, a small nave and chancel church; and some High Crosses and parts of crosses, which stand in the cathedral grounds.
Opening Time:
Open daily 24th May - 26th September 10am-6pm.
Admission Charge:
Free
Directions
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From Tide to Table by Georgina Campbell
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