Sketrick Castle — Attraction in Northern Ireland

Not worth specifically taking a detour for, but it is right beside Daft Eddy's which is nice for a pit stop. There are lovely views over the Lough and some niche walks.

Sketrick Castle is a towerhouse type monument approached by a causeway onto Sketrick Island, surrounded by the familiar green of the Environment and Heritage Service’s fences and signs. The castle is thought to date to the 15th century; it stood fairly complete until 1896 when a storm damaged the structure.

It was previously a four storey high building with a boat bay, lock up and subterranean passage. The Irish Annals record the castle being taken in 1470.

To be honest there isn’t all that much to see. If there were once any other associated structures or earthworks they have long since gone with development allowed to take place alarmingly close...

The journey to this castle is absolutely beautiful and the coastline is stunning. During this trip to this area, I have visited a few of these types of tower houses. There is an information panel, which details this was built in the late 1400s but destroyed by a storm in the late 1800s. If you are in the area, worth stopping by to have a look but also combine with other similar sites in the area. Free to visit and...

I wouldn't go too far our if my way to see it, but if you're passing it's well worth a look. It's in a beautiful setting on Sketrick Island, and is a reasonably well preserved Castle. There's no admission fee and parking is ample and free. It's also eight beside the Island Coffee Shop and Daft eddies,asking it great for a lunch, coffee or...