Reg.Nr. IRL1-1978

Knappogue Castle

Complete restoration and adaption to a conference centre as soon as a banqueting and wedding venue.
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Project details

Title:Knappogue Castle
Entr. year: 1978
Result:Diploma
Country: Ireland
Town: Knappogue near Quin, County Clare
Category type: architectural heritage
Notes:-At time of submission project still in progress
Building type/ Project type: Military/Defence/Fortified building/system
Former use:Defence system; manor
Actual use:Conference centre, weddings and medieval banquets venue, open to guided tours
Built: 15th century
Architect / Proj.leader: Seán Mac Conmara (MacNamara), Contractor , Lavonne D. Andrews, Architect; M.R.I.A.I., F.A.I.A.
The Jury's citation: "For the fine restoration of the castle"
GPS:52°47'38.4"N 8°49'54.6W

Description:
Complete restoration and adaption to a conference centre as soon as a banqueting and wedding venue.