Ballyhack Castle

Ballyhack Castle is a large Norman castle or tower house built in the 15th century

Ballyhack Castle is a large Norman castle or tower house built in the 15th century by the Knights Hospitallers of St. John, one of the two great military orders founded at the beginning of the 12th century at the time of the Crusades. Ballyhack Castle is situated on a steep slope overlooking Waterford estuary.

Open daily 21st June-22nd August, 10am-6pm.

Free

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