Castle Ellen is an ongoing restoration project in Athenry, Co.Galway, Ireland.50 year Anniversary!
Revised Opening: Castle Ellen will open by appointment only until further notice due to storm damage to woodlands. Please note that the opening times relate to the summer period only Sun-Thurs 12-4pm
10/04/2026
Ancient Apples at Castle Ellen with Cillian Boyd.
A wonderful video by Hugh Murphy.
Úlla Ársa ag Caisleán Eilín 2026 Hugh Murphy Úlla Ársa ag Caisleán EilínTéann Cillian Boyd, speisialtóir i gcaomhnú crann úll, i gcomhar le Miceál P. O. Cionnaith ó Theach Chaisleán Eilín agus le chéile...
29/01/2026
A slow return of daylight marks the first quarter of our calendar. With this, we are emerging from our "hibernation" and look forward to exploring nature. Can you feel it coming? Hmm, it feels so good, does it?
An unexpected visit in winter Written and narrated by Claudia Coudert, artist in residence at Castle Ellen. This tale springs from her imagination, woven together with the rich legends an...
13/01/2026
This short story was created by Claudia Coudert, artist in residence at Castle Ellen. It is a work of pure imagination, deeply inspired by the ancient traditions and legends surrounding this historic place.
Fairy Houses in Tree Trunks - An Entrance to the Realm of the Sidhe Story Written & Narrated by Claudia CoudertA Journey into the Stillness. I am so happy to finally share my first published story with you. This tale, 'Fairy...
26/12/2025
Happy New Year 2026
The wonderful Athenry 10K.