Nestled in the hills above Howth

Home of one family for 800 years

Colour Obstacle Rush

The Colour Obstacle Rush is taking place in Howth Castle Estate on Saturday 1 July 2023. This Colour Obstacle Rush is a novelty 5k event run over colourful...

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Santa's Christmas Circus on the grounds of Howth Castle

Circus Gerbola are bringing their Christmas Circus to the grounds of Howth Castle from the 9th of December to the 8th of January. 

With performances of...

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Events at Howth Castle

The castle and castle grounds are available for Weddings and event bookings etc,

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Filming at Howth Castle

Visit our 'Filming' section to view a gallery of location shots and to see some clips from films and music videos.

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Castle History

Howth Castle has its origins in medieval times. In 1177 Almeric, the first Lord of Howth, came to Ireland with John de Courcy.

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