Bunratty Castle & Folk Park

Bunratty Castle & Folk Park Bunratty Castle & Folk Park Bunratty Co Clare Ireland V95 TY02 A Window on the Past at Bunratty, Co. Clare.
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At Ireland’s premier visitor attraction, you are invited to explore three wonderful experiences – the acclaimed 15th century Bunratty Castle, the 19th century Bunratty Folk Park and the Village Street. Bunratty Castle
The Castle is the most complete and authentic medieval fortress in Ireland. Built in 1425, it was restored in 1954 to its former medieval splendour and now contains mainly 15th and

16th century furnishings, tapestries, and works of art which capture the mood of those times. Today, the castle stands peacefully in delightful grounds. The houses and cottages of the folk park spread out at the foot of its massive walls, much in the way that the cottages and crofts of old would have clustered around its base. We invite you to wander through the castle and marvel at the finest collection of medieval furniture in the country which brings to life a vital part of our Medieval past. Bunratty Folk Park
Featuring over 30 buildings in a ‘living’ village and rural setting. Rural farmhouses, village shops and streets are recreated and furnished as they would have appeared at that time according to their social standing, from the poorest one roomed dwelling to Bunratty House a fine example of a Georgian residence built 1804 home of the Studdarts, the last family to occupy Bunratty Castle.

🌾 HARVEST DAY RETURNS! 🌾Step back in time to a 19th-century Irish Harvest Day! Join us at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park fo...
31/08/2026

🌾 HARVEST DAY RETURNS! 🌾

Step back in time to a 19th-century Irish Harvest Day! Join us at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park for a full day of vintage machinery, traditional crafts, music, dance, storytelling and heritage animals — a true celebration of Ireland's rich agricultural heritage.

🚜 Watch a working threshing machine in action 🧺 Meet basket makers, blacksmiths & wool spinners 🎶 Enjoy live trad music & step dancing 🌾 See the legendary Sheaf Throwing Competition 🐑 Say hello to our native Irish & heritage breed animals and more...

Learn more: www.bunrattycastle.ie/events/harvestday/

📅 Sunday, 20th September 2026
🕚 11am – 5pm
🎟️ Normal admission rates apply

A great family day out you won't want to miss!

👉 BOOK NOW: www.bunrattycastle.ie/book-tickets/

28/08/2026

POV: You're the most popular item in the gift shop.

Visit Bunratty Craft and Design store to see what all the fuss is about! 👀

🔗Discover more at www.giftsfromclare.com

🏰 Experience a truly unique entertainment and dining experience in the iconic setting of the World Famous Bunratty Castl...
27/08/2026

🏰 Experience a truly unique entertainment and dining experience in the iconic setting of the World Famous Bunratty Castle. This is the Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet — a tradition over 3 million travellers have shared since it began.

Savour a four-course feast fit for nobility, and lose yourself in an evening of music, song and dance within the storied walls of the Great Hall, entertained by the Bunratty Castle Singers. It's an experience that has captivated the world for generations, and it's waiting for you.

✨ History. Hospitality. A night etched in memory.

🎟️ Book now: www.bunrattycastle.ie/book-tickets/bunratty-castle-medieval-banquet/

🐾Happy International Dog Day🐾Today we are celebrating our gentle giants Rian and Mide, our beloved Irish Wolfhounds! Sta...
26/08/2026

🐾Happy International Dog Day🐾

Today we are celebrating our gentle giants Rian and Mide, our beloved Irish Wolfhounds! Standing tall as one of the world's largest dog breeds, these magnificent hounds have a history stretching back over 2,000 years in Ireland, once bred to hunt wolves and guard Irish chieftains.

Despite their imposing size, Irish Wolfhounds are famous for their calm, affectionate nature. True gentle giants who love nothing more than a good scratch behind the ears from visitors 🐕💚

Come say hello to our resident hounds and learn about their place in Irish history! 🏰

⏳ Last few days to catch our Twilight Offer!With the evenings drawing out, there's never been a better time for a golden...
26/08/2026

⏳ Last few days to catch our Twilight Offer!

With the evenings drawing out, there's never been a better time for a golden-hour wander through Bunratty. Open daily 9am–7pm ☀️➡️🌙

🏰 Wander the 15th-century Bunratty Castle
🐾 Meet our resident wolfhounds, Rian & Mide
🛡️ Let the kids run wild in the Viking Playground
🔥 Watch sparks fly at a live blacksmith demo
🍞 Step into farmhouse life with baking demos
🏘️ Browse handmade wares along the village street
📖 Discover local heritage at the Dr Brendan O'Regan Centre
🥧 Rest your feet and refuel at the rustic Corn Barn

Don't miss your chance to explore Bunratty at its best!

🕘 9am – 7pm
🔗 Book online: www.bunrattycastle.ie

🚨CHRISTMAS 2026 - NOW ON SALE! 🚨This Christmas, Santa Claus returns to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park for a season full o...
24/08/2026

🚨CHRISTMAS 2026 - NOW ON SALE! 🚨

This Christmas, Santa Claus returns to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park for a season full of festive magic. Visit him in his charming grotto, savour a spectacular Christmas Banquet or wander through the park as it sparkles with twinkling lights with our Bunratty in Lights ticket.

Discover all the details below!

🎅Santa's Grotto Experience
From November 27th to December 23rd, Santa will be ready to welcome children from across Ireland! Meet Santa in his charming Grotto, wander through the Bunratty in Lights experience, hop aboard the Bunratty Polar Express, enjoy puppet & magic shows, meet Mrs Claus in the Golden Vale Farmhouse and much more!

BOOK NOW: www.bunrattycastle.ie/book-tickets/christmas-2026/

💃🏻 Christmas at the Castle Show
Celebrate the season with a delicious four-course banquet in the grandeur of Bunratty Castle. Be serenaded by the world-renowned Bunratty Castle Singers as they perform a magical medley of timeless Christmas carols and contemporary favourites, all in the warm glow of a candlelit medieval setting.

BOOK NOW: www.bunrattycastle.ie/book-tickets/christmasbanquet/?year=2026&month=12

✨Bunratty in Lights
Experience the magic of Christmas at Bunratty with our Bunratty In Lights ticket. From November 27th until December 22nd, wander through the park as it sparkles with twinkling lights, meet a host of festive characters along the way, and create memories that will last long after the season ends. **Please note this experience does not include a visit to Santa's Grotto — choose the Santa's Grotto Experience ticket instead to include this magical moment!

BOOK NOW: www.bunrattycastle.ie/book-tickets/bunratty-in-lights/?year=2026&month=11

Don't miss your chance to be part of the magic this Christmas at Bunratty. 🎄

For more information, please visit www.bunrattycastle.ie/christmas/

Terms and Conditions apply | Subject to availability

Clare Tourism Development oversees the management, development, and promotion of a portfolio of signature visitor attrac...
21/08/2026

Clare Tourism Development oversees the management, development, and promotion of a portfolio of signature visitor attraction sites throughout Clare.

We are now hiring for the role of:

✔ Assistant Entertainment Manager (Fixed Term Contract 6 Months)

If you are interested in applying or wish to obtain further information about the position, contact the HR Department or email your CV with a cover letter to: [email protected].

Closing date for applications is Friday, 4th September 2026 by 17:00.

View the full job description here: https://www.claretourism.ie/job/assistant-entertainment-manager-fixed-term-contract/

🎄Calling all Carol Singers, Choirs & Music Groups!🎄Clare Tourism Development, under the authority of Clare County Counci...
19/08/2026

🎄Calling all Carol Singers, Choirs & Music Groups!🎄

Clare Tourism Development, under the authority of Clare County Council, is inviting expressions of interest for carol singing groups, choirs and music groups to perform outdoors at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park throughout December 2026.

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park welcomes thousands of visitors from Ireland and abroad every year, and we are looking for talented performers to help create a magical Christmas experience!

📧How to apply: Send your expression of interest to [email protected]

⏰Deadline: Wednesday, 30th September, 5;00pm

Don't miss your chance to be part of one of Ireland's most beloved Christmas visitor experiences 🎄

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