Trim Castle
Trim Castle in Meath, the largest Anglo-Norman castle in Ireland, was constructed over a thirty-year period by Hugh de Lacy and his son Walter.
Hugh de Lacy was granted the Liberty of Meath by King Henry II in 1172 in an attempt to curb the expansionist policies of Richard de Clare, (Strongbow).
Construction of the massive three storied Keep, the central stronghold of the castle, was begun c. 1176 on the site of an earlier wooden fortress. This massive twenty-sided tower, which is cruciform in shape, was protected by a ditch, curtain wall and moat.
Trim Castle Opening Times
- March – September , Daily 10.00 – 18.00
- October – December , Weekends only 10.00 – 17.00
Last admission 1 hour before closing.
Please note that all groups must be pre-booked.
Average Length of Visit: 1 – 2 hours
The Castle Admission
- Adult: €4.00
- Sen/Group: €3.00
- Child/Student: €2.00
- Family: €10.00
- Access to the keep is by guided tour only
- Maximum number: 20
- Duration: 45 minutes
E Castle Excluding the Keep
- Adult: €3.00
- Group and Senior: €2.00
- Child/ Student: €1.00
- Family: €8.00
Trim Castle Facilities
Display panels with reconstruction drawings, toilets, guided tours.
Public car park close to the site.
Please note that this car park is paid parking with a 2 hour limit
