Dunluce Castle In Ulster

Dating back to mostly the 16th and 17th centuries, Dunluce Castle in County Antrim, Ulster is a spectacular view as it's 100 feet above the ocean. Under the castle is a sea cave that is accessible from both land and water, and the main way to access this castle is by crossing a bridge that has replaced the castles original rock made connection over the years. Starting in year 2004 the castle is an open tourism spot all year round. They charge a small admission fee and they price may vary. They also provide concessions for a small price.

It is said that Dunluce Castle is the largest castle on the North Ireland Coast and there is evidence linking the castle to buildings as early as the 13th century. It is said that the castle was built by Richard de Burgh and his chief followers in late 13th century or early 14th century. During the 1565 battle of Orla, it's reported that the castle was taken from the McQuillens by Sorley Boy McDonnell. Some people say that the McDonnell stole the castle by simply hiding soldiers in the bushes and charging at the castle. Being a whiteness to countless battles and sieges, the castle was passed down to the son of Sorley McDonnell, Randall McDonnell. Randall set off in hopes to completely restore the castle and ended up marrying Lady Katherine Manners, daughter of the Earl of Rutland. The castle was said to have spectacular classic curtains and drapery that where said to have belonged to Cardinal Wolsley at Hampton Court. There was reportedly a extraordinary library filled with books, and amazing paintings on the ceiling.

Part of the kitchen, and kitchen staff was said to have fallen into the sea in 1639 while the castle belonged to Earl and his countess. In 1641 there was a rebellion and the castle was sieged by an Irish army, and was held out under the command of a Captain Digsby. The castle was eventually retrieved by Earl while most Scottish merchants and settlers traveled to Scotland before the rest of the village was destroyed. After the 1690 Battle of Boyne that resulted in McDonnell being impoverished the castle was abandoned and today it remains are a very attractive tourism spot.