Visit Us
Situated in Ireland’s Ancient East, Shankill Castle is one of the highlights of Counties Kilkenny & Carlow.
Opening Times – June, July, August
Gardens
Thursdays to Sundays, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Castle Tours
Thursdays to Sundays, 3 p.m.
Also available to groups by advanced request.
Coach House Café
Thursdays to Sundays, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Opening Times – April, May, September, October
Gardens
Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Castle Tours
Saturdays and Sundays, 3 p.m.
Also available to groups by advanced request.
Coach House Café
Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tickets
Please purchase tickets for the Castle Tour & Admission to the Gardens from the Café or purchase online in advance.
We are delighted to accommodate group tours and bookings. Please call or email us on 086 397 1748 or hello@shankillcastle.com to arrange your group’s visit.
Gardens
- Adult: €6
- Child: €3
- OAPs & Students: €4
Castle Tour & Gardens
- Adult: €12
- Child: €6
- OAPs & Students: €9
Things to do while you’re in the area!
On Our Doorstep
A Bit Further Afield (but Worth the Journey)
Outdoors
- Go with the Flow kayaking & canoeing
- Walk Mount Leinster & the Blackstairs Mountains
- Blackstairs Eco Trails – walking,
hiking & foraging - Castlecomer Discovery Park
Heritage
Arts
Find us
We’re located just off Exit 7 on the M9. We’re under 90 minutes from Dublin!
“Absolutely dripping with character and that was just our hosts. The castle is fantastic and the welcome delightful.”
Henry, UK
