It was this Lord Palmerston who commissioned the building of the current Classiebawn Castle and the harbour at Mullaghmore. The house was not complete upon his death in 1865 but was completed in …

Dec 30, 2024 · Classiebawn Castle was commandeered by the Irish Free State Army during the rebellion and was used primarily as an army barracks. A flag was flown and the army protected the …

Aug 22, 2022 · So, What’s the best way to see Classiebawn Castle? You can see the castle while walking or driving around the coast of Mullaghmore. It’s clearly visible against the backdrop of …

Apr 18, 2025 · Classiebawn Castle is one of Ireland’s most striking landmarks, perched on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean in County Sligo. Best known for its royal connections, tragic past, and stories of …

Up to the time of the Irish Rebellion, Classiebawn Castle was used extensively by the owners as a shooting lodge in winter, and for fishing and holidays in the summer. The shooting rights are still …

Showing the victorians' confidence that adding a building can make the landscape even better. The whole drive round the Mullaghmore peninsula is a series of panoramas. Classiebawn is a …

Classiebawn Castle stands as a majestic testament to architectural grandeur and historical depth on the Mullaghmore Peninsula near the village of Cliffoney, County Sligo, Republic of Ireland.

The 150 year old history of Ireland's Classiebawn Castle: built by Lord Palmerston, occupied by the Irish Free State Army and summer home of Lord Mountbatten

In 1939, the castle was inherited by Lord Mountbatten of Burma, the last Viceroy of India and great-uncle to King Charles of England. Mountbatten lived here until his tragic death when his boat was …

Set on a hill overlooking the village of Mullaghmore, Classiebawn Castle is an Irish castle in County Sligo. It’s like something out of a fairy tale, set against the rugged coastline of Ireland, with …