Shane's Castle
About this place
Shane's Castle is a ruined castle near Antrim in Northern Ireland, which was mostly destroyed in 1816 by fire. The castle is situated on the north-east shores of Lough Neagh, 2.7 miles from Randalstown. Built in 1345 by a member of the Clandeboy O'Neill dynasty, it was originally known as Edenduffcarrick, meaning "brow of black rock" (from the Irish éadán dúcharraige). It owes its present name to Shane McBrian McPhelim O'Neill, who ruled Lower Clandeboy between 1595 and 1617.
Getting There & Parking
Shane's Castle is located in County Antrim, roughly 33 km (30 min drive) from Belfast and 196 km (2h 55m) from Dublin. The nearest public car park is 1170 m away. Nearby highlights within a short drive include Garden Heritage Exhibition (2.9 km away).
1170 m from landmark
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