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About Howth Castle

Howth Castle has its origins in medieval times. In 1177 Almeric, the first Lord of Howth, came to Ireland with John de Courcy. Scroll down (or use the navigation above) to find out more out its detailed history, legends or to find out more about the Estate...

History

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

Legend has it that on 10th...

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Legends of Howth Castle

The Abduction of the Heir by Grace O’MalleyThe story of the abduction of the heir of the house of Howth by Grainne Uaile, Grace O’Malley, is the best known of...

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Estate

Rhododendron WoodlandThe planting of the Rhododendron gardens was first started in 1854 and are considered the earliest and most famous rhododendron gardens of...

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Filming

Howth Castle has long been used as a filming location, with its long hallways and period rooms it lends itself to a wide range of potential scenes. Have a look...

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Cookery School

Originally opened in 2008 by the Gaisford-St Lawrence Family, the Howth Castle Cookery School is based in the original 18th Century Georgian kitchen in...

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