Boolyshea Castle
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About this place
Boolyshea Castle is a historic castle located in County Kilkenny. It represents one of the region's historic fortification sites.
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Updated 2026-11-14
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Visitor Information
- Heritage status
- Protected Heritage Site
Getting There & Parking
Boolyshea Castle is located in County Kilkenny, roughly 110 km (1h 35m drive) from Limerick and 135 km (2h) from Dublin. Nearby highlights within a short drive include Cloran Castle (1.6 km away).
Limerick110 km
~1h 35m driveDublin135 km
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