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The rock that stands on the plain is crowned with the ruins of the impressive Norman-style fortress, which was destroyed in the mid-17C by Cromwell's army. A stony path leads to the ruins of a former keep, which commands a stunning view over the surrounding countryside.
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- From€15(61 reviews)42.4 Km
- From€28(62 reviews)42.4 Km
- From€12(45 reviews)42.4 Km
Things to see and donearby
- The Green Guide8.31 Km - N 7, Emo
- The Green Guide16 Km - Athy
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Where to sleepnearby
- From €70The Killeshin Hotel Portlaoise4.29 Km - Dublin Road, Portlaoise
- From €73Midlands Park Hotel6.22 Km - Jessop Street, Portlaoise R32 KV20
- From €61Maldron Hotel Portlaoise6.33 Km - Togher Roundabout, Portlaoise .
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Where to eatnearby
- Kingfisher Restaurant9.99 Km - Old AIB Bank, Colt 00000
- Bramley€€€MICHELIN 202416.2 Km - 10 Main Street, Knockamoe, Abbeyleix R32 D8C0
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