Cloonacauneen Castle
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Cloonacauneen Castle is a restored 15th-century tower house with an attached wing. It is privately-owned, and is located in the northeast outskirts of Galway city in County Galway, Ireland.[1][2][3]
History
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The castle was built in the 15th century. By 1914, it had fallen into disrepair. In 1963, a restoration effort was started by the Lenihan family, which saw the roofs of the castle and guest house replaced and the battlements raised back to their original height.[4]
The castle's owners have been recorded since as early as 1574, when it was owned by Richard Beag Burke.[citation needed]
Modern usage
The castle now functions primarily as a restaurant, pub and hotel. It is used for events such as weddings and corporate functions.[citation needed]
References
53°19′22″N 8°59′18″W / 53.32276°N 8.98841°W / 53.32276; -8.98841