Perhaps the island had only been lightly defended with timber fortifications or a simple stone wall in the High Middle Ages (A.D. 1000–1200). Perhaps all the high medieval castles in Ireland ...

Ireland's castle hotels have pulled off a feat that would impress even the craftiest medieval alchemist: they've transmuted cold stone fortresses ... doctor to desolated ruin before getting ...

A Wild Atlantic Way journey in Ireland might include exploring castle ruins ... oratories on narrow stone terraces 500 feet above the sea. To reach these inspiring ruins, voyage from Portmagee ...

The steep, stone steps up to the top of the tower are overgrown. Nature really has made itself commander of this impressive building. Gwrych Castle is one of the highlights of this part of Wales ...

which features a curved stone ceiling and period-inspired decorations. Ashford Castle, which was originally built in 1228, is located in Cong, Ireland (roughly 25 miles northwest of Galway).