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This quite spectacular ruin remains the most archaeologically correct Gothic Revival castle that was built at the time. It was designed by E.W. Godwin for Lord Glentworth, third Earl of Limerick with no expense spared, built between 1866-1867. Godwin also designed much of the interior, including the wall paintings, fireplaces, ceiling decoration, sculpture, tiles, stained and painted glass, brass work and ironwork, as well as furniture.

The castle was abandoned in 1949 and left to ruin with the roof removed the following year to avoid the payment of rates. Despite this it remains an important part of the social and architectural heritage of County Limerick that awaits the hand of the restorer.

R4354 : Dromore Castle, Limerick (2)