Shankill Castle

📍 County Kilkenny, Ireland

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About

Shankill Castle and Gardens is set in parkland near Paulstown on the Carlow/Kilkenny border. Visitors are invited to walk in the grounds and gardens, and there are guided tours of the house.

Shankill Castle near Paulstown combines a 16th-century tower house with later Georgian additions, creating a harmonious blend of architectural periods. The estate has been home to the Cope family for over 300 years. The renowned walled gardens have been restored and opened to visitors, featuring formal plantings, a Victorian glasshouse, and woodland walks.