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siopa an caislean a fully family owned and operated Irish owned store and are one of the leading retailers of quality Irish giftware and souvenirs in Ireland. we operate a store in in the beautiful heritage town of trim ,county meath called siopa an caislean We also carry 1000’s of gift / souvenir ideas in our comprehensive range of Crystal, Jewellery, Heraldry, Kitchenware, Perfumes, Chocolates, Food, Glassware, Music, Soft toys, Figurines and much much more.
Our leading position as a high quality retailer has been achieved by giving the highest standards of customer service, with an extensive range of top quality product at the keenest prices. In addition to this we have a large knowledge of local bespoke artists and can arrange for almost any special customer requirements be it woodcrafts or commissioned works of art.
Written Apr 24, 2011
Address: castle street
Phone: 00353 469438504
Website: www.royalirelandgifts.com
This castle has only been open to the public for a couple of years and is a great example of a Norman castle. The tour was excellent. Our son and I looked for toilets (there were supposed to be 14, but we only found a couple). We could see them from the outside (slanted holes near the corners of the castle) but had trouble finding them from the inside.
Written Jul 24, 2007
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Trim is considered by many to be one of the finest examples of a Norman castle in all of Ireland. Almost uniquely for a Norman castle of this scale in Europe, it has scarcely been modified since it was completed in the 13th century. Even the walls around the castle are in excellent condition - which you can explore at your leisure walking through the grounds. This castle was started by Hugh de Lacy in 1173 and sits on the banks fo the beautiful River Boyne.
Of note would be the fact that Mel Gibson featured Trim castle in his movie Braveheart.
Trim Castle grounds have eight important buildings: Trim Visitor Center, Trim Castle, Sheep's Gate, Talbon Castle/St. Mary's Abbey, the Yellow Steeple, St. Patrick's cathedral, SS Peter and Paul cathedral, and the hospial of St. John the Baptist.
Probably one of my favorite parts was the Yellow Steeple as it was the site of an important pilgrimage in honor of a miraculous image of fthe Virgin Mary until the Reformation. It was rebuilt after a fire in 1368. It's called the Yellow Steeple due to the sharp yellow color it appears during sunset.
Although the castle is closed in the winter, the visitor center is a great place to get information, and it's free to walk along the castle grounds. They can provide you with an excellent map of the area. May through September it's open from 9:30 am -5:30 pm Monday through Saturday and opens at noon on Sunday; and October through April it's open from 9 am - 5 pm Monday through Saturday.
Updated Dec 16, 2006
Address: Mill Street
Phone: 046 943 8619
Website: http://www.heritageireland.ie/en
The biggest Anglo-Norman castle in Ireland, Trim was first built as a simple motte and bailey fortification in the 12th C. before quickly being destroyed by an Irish king. A new, sturdier castle was begun a few years later which grew into this impressive fortress. Built on the river banks and with huge walls on the all the other sides this must have been an intimidating display of military power. Although it fell into severe disrepair after it fell out of use it has been very well restored. Visitors are free to stroll around the grounds and it's good fun to imagine what it must have been like it's former glory. The walls of the enormous keep are practically intact. Guided tours are available of the interior with some interesting features, and walkways across what were the upper floors.
Updated Nov 18, 2006
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Built in 1817, the Duke of Wellington Monument was a tribute to Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington. Wellesley was born in Trim and is one of its most revered and famous residents. He was a noted Irish soldier and politician who later became the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in the 1700's. Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand, is named in his honor.
Updated Sep 10, 2006
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A 19th Century Catholic church with an extremely tall steeple-possibly the tallest structure in the area (either that or it just seems that way as it sits atop a hill. It is a great place to see a proper Irish Catholic mass and the interior is impressive.
Written Sep 9, 2006
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A short walk down across the river and down a footpath takes you to a more modest yet very historical structure called the Sheep Gate. It is thought that the name of this gate was nothing more than an acquired knickname. In actuality, it is the last remaining gate of the city wall that existed in medieval times.
Written Sep 9, 2006
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The Yellow Steeple is the most prominent of the many ruins in Trim. It overlooks the town from a ridge directly opposite Trim Castle across the River Boyne. It was originally part of the 13th century St. Mary's Augustinian Abbey. The steeple itself dates from 1368.
The Yellow Steeple stands over 40 meters (about 120 feet) and is a free attraction and is not barricaded from the public.
Written Sep 9, 2006
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Trim Castle, also called King John's Castle, is Trim's most storied focal point and remains Eurpoe's largest Norman castle. Construction began in 1174 to replace it's predecessor-a wooden fortress that was burned down during an attack by the King of Connacht (I paid attention on one of the guided tours.) Built on rasied ground, the castle overlooks the rapidly flowing River Boyne, which during Medieval Times was used to reach the castle by boat from the Irish Sea, 25 miles away.
The Castle was granted by the King of England to the De Lacys, the Noble family who had built it. It then persevered through several wars, including Oliver Cromwell's conquest of Ireland in the 1600's. It was ultimately granted to the Wellington Family after the Cromellian Wars. It remained in the family until Arthur Wellesley, who would later become Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, sold it to a private family-where it unfortunately fell into neglect. The Irish Government acquired the castle in 1993 and began almost immediate phases of restoration.
While it holds a storied history, Trim Castle is most famous as the primary filming location of the Academy Award winning movie 'Braveheart.'
Trim Castle is open to the public everyday from Easter Saturday to Halloween (October 31st) from 10am, with first tour at 10.30am, last entry at 5pm and last tour at 5.15pm. In winter it is open only on weekends and bank holidays. Entry onto the grounds and the keep for adults maxes out at 3.50 Euro and discounts are offered for seniors, children, groups and families. You can also enter the grounds only for 1.50 Euro but its far worth the extra money to enter the actual castle. The tour is about 45 minutes long and provides great insight to the Castle's history itself, which scenes of Braveheart were filmed where, and gives the opportunity to take some spectacular pictures of the town of Trim and the surrounding countryside.
Updated Sep 9, 2006
Phone: 353 46 9438619
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Trim Castle, also called King John's Castle, is Trim's most storied focal point and remains Eurpoe's largest Norman castle. Construction began in 1174 to...
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Q: Does anyone know a website or the details of the bus routes and time and fares to and from the airport? Thanks.
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The beautiful and historical town of Trim-possibly my favorite place in all of Ireland. No matter when or how many times I return to Ireland, I always make sure to save a day or two for Trim. Oh how I...
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We visited Trim on our first day in Ireland. Needless to say, we got a tad lost due to some bad maps and poor road signs - but happily found Trim and Trim castle early that morning. Trim literally...
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July 12, 2001- We spent the first two nights in Trim (Co. Meath) in a nice B&B. After we visited the Hills of Tara, we drove back into Trim and found an ATM machine and dinner in a pub-like place.
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Trim is a small town located in County Meath, on the banks of the river Boyne, about 45km (28 miles) North-West of Dublin.
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Trim Castle was partially restored to allow various scenes from the movie "Braveheart" to be shot here.
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