An Elizabethan fortified house

An Elizabethan fortified house remodelled in the 18th century, it has fine 18th century interiors. It was built for Adam Loftus, a Yorkshire clergyman and politician. Loftus was ambitious and eventually rose to become Archbishop of Dublin and Lord Chancellor of Ireland. In the late eighteenth century, the house was remodelled on a splendid scale employing some of the finest architects of the day including Sir William Chambers and James ‘Athenian’ Stuart. It now hosts a wealth of exhibitions and cultural events.

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Highlights
  • Splendid Georgian interiors
  • A fine collection of original paintings
  • Hear the colourful history of the Loftus family
Open

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Prices

Admission Rates Apply

 

Useful Information
  • Guided Tours
  • Toilet Facilities
  • Car Park
  • Café
  • Playground
Getting There
Map Location: 53.298472, -6.284106
Contact Rathfarnham Castle

Rathfarnham, Dublin 14, Ireland


Eircode: D14 K3T6
T: 01-493 9462
W: heritageireland.ieplaces-to-visitrathfarnham-castle
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