4.4
Historic houses & mansions
Menlo Castle
Galway, Ireland
Menlo Castle, a ruined 16th-century mansion along the River Corrib, was home to the Blake family until a fire in 1910 left it abandoned. The ivy-clad remains offer a haunting, atmospheric glimpse into the past, contrasting sharply with the vibrant flora nearby.
Good to know
- Crowds
- Usually quiet
- Best months
- May–Sep
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