This genteel riverside town is dwarfed by Lismore Castle, perched romantically above the River Blackwater. Built in 1185 but remodelled in the 19th century, the castle is the Irish seat of the Duke of Devonshire and is closed to the public. However, you can visit...
This picturesque market town in the Blackwater Valley was a major ecclesiastical centre from the 7th to the 14th century. The 7th century monastery founded here by St. Carthach was renowned throughout Europe as a University. Lismore Castle was built by King John in 1185 on...
If you are on Ireland tours then Lismore is set in the lovely broad plain of the Blackwater Valley. It is a heritage town three miles west of Cappoquin. It has a rich and significant ecclesiastical history and to this day preserves a quiet reverence from its...