The Municipal District of Athlone — Moate

Best things to do in The Municipal District of Athlone — Moate

Athlone — Moate Essentials

This district in the heart of Ireland's Midlands features landmark historical sites spanning over a millennium. Athlone is home to the 12th-century Athlone Castle and Sean’s Bar, established in AD 900. To the east, Kilbeggan hosts the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery and a dedicated evening racecourse. The region's spiritual and archaeological heritage is preserved at Durrow Abbey and the Cat Stone on the Hill of Uisneach, while the ruins of Moydrum Castle and the waters of Lough Ennell define the local landscape.

Athlone — Moate Essentials — Map

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Sean's Bar;Sean's

Sean's Bar is a pub in Athlone, Ireland, notable for its reputed establishment in AD 900, and claim to being the oldest extant bar in both…

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Athlone Castle

Athlone Castle, sometimes known as Adamson Castle, is a castle located in Athlone, County Westmeath, Ireland, dating from the 12th century.

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Kilbeggan Distillery

Kilbeggan Distillery is an Irish whiskey distillery situated on the River Brosna in Kilbeggan, County Westmeath, Ireland.

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Durrow Abbey

Durrow Abbey is a historic site in Durrow, County Offaly in Ireland. It is located off the N52 some 5 miles from Tullamore.

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Lough Ennell

Lough Ennell is a lake near the town of Mullingar, County Westmeath, Ireland.

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Moydrum Castle

Ruined 19th-century Gothic Revival mansion destroyed in 1921. It is notably featured on the cover of U2's 1984 album, The Unforgettable Fire.

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Tyrellspass Castle

A 15th-century tower house that serves as the only remaining stronghold of the Tyrrell family. The building retains its original stone architecture and defensive features.

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Kilbeggan Races

Ireland’s only all-evening horse racing venue, hosting National Hunt fixtures from April to September. The course is characterized by its tight turns and undulating terrain.

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The Cat Stone

A massive limestone boulder on the Hill of Uisneach, also known as Aill na Mireann. It marks the historical meeting point of Ireland’s five ancient provinces and the country’s traditional center.