Athlone Castle

Athlone Castle
Part of the Town of Athlone
Athlone, Westmeath in Ireland
Site information
TypeCastle
OwnerCity of Athlone, Ireland
OperatorAthlone Arts and Tourism
Open to
the public
Yes
ConditionRestored
Websiteathlonecastle.ie
Location
Athlone Castle
Location in Ireland
Coordinates53°25′24″N 7°56′33″W / 53.42333°N 7.94250°W / 53.42333; -7.94250
Site history
Built1129 (Wooden fort), 1210 (Motte-and-Bailey)
Built byBishop John de Gray of Norwich
In use1129-1969
Battles/warsSiege of Athlone
Official nameAthlone Castle
Reference no.520

Athlone Castle, sometimes known as Adamson Castle, is a castle located in Athlone, County Westmeath, Ireland, dating from the 12th century.