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Archbold’s Castle is a National Monument in state guardianship
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Archbold’s Castle
This 16th century granite tower house is one of seven that still exist within the town of Dalkey.
It is three storeys tall, and contains a parapet level. The first floor contains a long chamber that is lit by windows that were inserted at a later date. The second floor was considered to be the main area, and contains a fireplace and garderobe.
Within the ground floor, a cross-inscribed stone is re-used as a lintel (support across a window or door), and was likely taken from the nearby St. Begnet’s Church.
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Nearby sites to visit
Pearse Museum – St. Enda’s Park
An enthralling chapter in the story of 1916
Approx. 11.7 km from Archbold’s Castle
Government Buildings
A working hub for the business of the state
Approx. 11.9 km from Archbold’s Castle
Rathfarnham Castle
An inspiring Elizabethan castle within easy reach of Dublin City Centre
Approx. 12.0 km from Archbold’s Castle
Iveagh Gardens
Experience a sense of wonder in Dublin’s ‘secret garden’
Approx. 12.1 km from Archbold’s Castle
St Stephen’s Green
A Victorian civic gem in Dublin’s greatest garden square
Approx. 12.3 km from Archbold’s Castle
Custom House Visitor Centre
Ireland’s best-known architectural marvel
Approx. 12.5 km from Archbold’s Castle
