Top 4 Castles around Fargrim
Castles around Fargrim offer a journey through historical architecture and past events. This guide features 4 distinct castle sites, each with its own story. Visitors can explore ruins, fortified houses, and structures with significant historical backgrounds. The area provides opportunities to connect with local history through these preserved sites.
Best castles around Fargrim
- The most popular castles is Old Castle Archdale, a forest historical site situated on Castle Hill within a 520 hectare forest. Built in 1615, this castleβ¦
Last updated: May 17, 2026
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During WW2 Castle Archdale was a major base for flying boats and housed up to 2,500 people. Buildings such as these would have been a central location for the RAF fighters who lived here. Sometimes exhibitions are held in these courtyards to display some of the key historical notes of the use of this area during the war.
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Old Castle Archdale is situated on Castle Hill within a 520 hectare coniferous and mixed broadleaved forest. The castle was built in the 1600s and was the main castle on this former estate before its successor took it's place in the 1800s, Castle Archdale.
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Old Castle Archdale sits on a forest clifftop. It is named 'old' to distinguish it from its successor, the 18th century Castle Archdale. The castle was built by an Englishman from Suffolk who had been granted the estate in 1612 after paying 5 pounds, 6 shillings and 8 pence for the 1000 acres of land. During the Irish Rebellion of 1641 the castle was captured by Rory Maguire as part of the uprising to retake his lands that had been lost in 1607. The heir to the castle was saved by his nurse however the other children were killed. After the castle was returned to the family it was repaired and lived in until 1689. The castle saw its end during the Williamite Wars when the castle was burnt out and abandoned.
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This fortified house is on Tully Point and built for Sir John Hume who occupied the house until 1641 when it was attacked by John Maguire and burned on Christmas Eve with all its inhabitants massacred. After that it was not lived in again. There is a visitors centre in a restored farmhouse that has an interesting exhibition telling a number of stories relating to the castle. To visit the castle be sure to step off the bike as it is on foot only!
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The route is only for walking, not much sightseeing, very interesting horse farm. Free parking.
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Perched atop a cliff and surrounded by thick forest, it's easy to imagine how life would have been hundreds of years ago as you wander the crumbling walls of Old Castle Archdale. Built in 1615 by Englishman John Archdale, the castle was captured by the Irish in the Irish Rebellion of 1641. The castle was inhabited until 1689, when it was destroyed by fire and abandoned.
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This fortified house and bawn are set on Tully Point and were built for Sir John Hume who occupied the house until 1641 when it was attacked and burned on Christmas Eve by Rory Maguire and the inhabitants massacred. It was not lived in again. A visitorβs centre, located in a restored farmhouse, houses an exhibition telling local stories relating to the castle. (https://discovernorthernireland.com/things-to-do/tully-castle-p675521)
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Once called Irvine Castle, hence the town of Irvinestown, it is now a ruin closed to urban explorers, including cctv. It was in use as late as WWII, when it was a military hospital, but it has since lost its roof and been overtaken by plant life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of historical sites can I expect to find among the castles around Fargrim?
The Fargrim area is rich in historical sites, primarily featuring 17th-century structures. You'll find a mix of castle ruins, fortified houses, and significant historical locations that tell stories of past events, including rebellions and wartime uses.
Are there any family-friendly castles or activities in the Fargrim region?
Yes, Tully Castle Ruins is noted as family-friendly, offering a visitor's centre that tells local stories. Additionally, the Castle Archdale Courtyard Buildings are also considered family-friendly and sometimes host exhibitions about their WWII history.
What are some of the most historically significant castles to visit?
For deep historical insight, visit Old Castle Archdale, built in 1615 and destroyed in 1689 after being captured during the Irish Rebellion. Tully Castle Ruins, attacked and burned in 1641, offers a poignant story of a fortified house never re-inhabited. Necarne Castle, once Irvine Castle, served as a military hospital during WWII.
Can I go hiking near the castles in Fargrim?
Absolutely! There are several hiking opportunities. You can explore routes like 'Old Archdale Castle via Tom's Island' or 'Necarne Woods via Necarne Castle'. For more options, check out the Hiking around Fargrim guide.
Are there opportunities for cycling around the Fargrim castles?
Yes, the Fargrim area offers road cycling routes. Popular options include the 'Boa Island and Pettigo loop from Old Castle Archdale' and various loops around Enniskillen Castle. Discover more in the Road Cycling Routes around Fargrim guide.
What kind of natural surroundings can I expect at these castle sites?
Old Castle Archdale is situated on Castle Hill within a 520-hectare coniferous and mixed broadleaved forest, offering a natural, clifftop setting. Other sites like Tully Castle Ruins are set on scenic points like Tully Point, often surrounded by natural landscapes.
What do komoot visitors appreciate most about the castles around Fargrim?
Komoot visitors appreciate the historical depth and the preserved nature of these sites. The castles offer a tangible connection to the past, with many sharing photos and upvoting their experiences, highlighting the unique stories each ruin tells.
Are there any castles that played a role in World War II in the Fargrim area?
Yes, Necarne Castle (formerly Irvine Castle) was used as a military hospital during WWII. Additionally, the Castle Archdale Courtyard Buildings were a major base for flying boats during the war, housing up to 2,500 people.
Can I combine a castle visit with a run in the Fargrim region?
Certainly! There are running trails that incorporate castle sites. For example, you can find routes like 'Old Castle Archdale β Rossmore Point Beacon loop' or 'Necarne Castle (Castle Irvine) β Necarne Castle loop'. Explore more options in the Running Trails around Fargrim guide.
Is there a visitor's centre available at any of the castle sites?
Yes, Tully Castle Ruins features a visitor's centre located in a restored farmhouse. It houses an exhibition that shares local stories related to the castle and its history.
What is the general condition of the castles around Fargrim?
The castles around Fargrim are primarily historical ruins and fortified houses. While some, like Necarne Castle, have lost their roofs and are overtaken by plant life, others like Tully Castle Ruins have well-preserved structures and even visitor facilities, allowing for exploration of their crumbling walls and historical significance.
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