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04/11/2026

A short stroll from the castle gates and you’re right in the heart of village life. Whether it’s catching up on the news by the fire or sharing a laugh over a cold pint, O'Shaughnessy's always offers the warmest welcome.
Photo Credit: Andrew Montgomery

30/10/2026

A little moment in the spotlight for Glin Castle! 📺✨

We were so happy to welcome RTÉ’s Nationwide to Glin Castle this summer particularly honouring all the work Desmond and Olda did here over 50 years restoring and improving the house, gardens and lands - and what we do today. They touched on the turbulent 800 year history, and the stories of some of the wonderful people who have been and continue to be involved with the castle …. It features the glorious village of Glin , the local tradition of music and the beautiful O’Shaughnessy’s pub - thank you Bláthnaid thank you Tracy!

If you missed our appearance, you can catch up on RTÉ Player here:

🎬 https://www.rte.ie/player/series/nationwide/SI0000001172?epguid=IH10016303-26-0114

A special thank you to the Nationwide team for visiting us! ❤️

30/10/2026

A busy week with lots going on here - one group of guests leaving and getting ready for another to arrive Friday who are taking the house for a special birthday. A positive Glin Development meeting in the house was followed by a visit from some lovely Americans visiting Glin for the Brendan Mulvihill trad music festival. The autumn garden is full of colour and interest. Best of all mum is in top form out in the garden with her dog Bob - looking at the view with Owen O’Shaughnessy, Pip his dog, Marie Therese’s dog Riann, and wonderful Eva her helper - (owen and I taking a break from our garden walk analysing and planning).

13/10/2026

A little appreciation post for our General Manager Marie Therese Costello.

For Marie Therese, hospitality is more than a profession. It is a lifelong passion.

Having studied at César Ritz Colleges in Switzerland and Shannon College of Hotel Management, Marie Therese has built an international career spanning Disney and the Middle East, bringing Glin Castle a wealth of experience and exceptional service standards.

Known for her genuine warmth, intuitive understanding of people and exceptional attention to detail, Marie Therese believes that true luxury lies in making every guest feel special.

With an extensive network of trusted contacts and deep knowledge of Ireland's Midwest and its hidden gems, she delights in creating unique, personalised experiences that exceed expectations.

As guests have so beautifully expressed:

“You met us exactly where we were and somehow took us higher and deeper.”

“Thank you for a trip of a lifetime, filled with fun and memories, which you brought to life with your competence, grace and spirit.”

“Thank you for giving us all a home-away-from-home experience that none of us will soon forget.”

For Marie Therese, the greatest reward is creating memories that last a lifetime.

“I love what I do, and together with my wonderful team, I take pride in creating those thoughtful, personal touches that make every stay at Glin Castle truly unforgettable.”

📸 Mike Mulcaire Photography

08/10/2026

Entirely, exclusively yours.
When you book Glin Castle, there are no other guests and no shared spaces. The castle and gardens are for your group alone, with up to 30 guests across 15+ ensuite bedrooms and views over the Shannon estuary.
Picture grandparents by an open fire while the children head off across the grounds, getting happily lost, finding hidden corners of the garden and racing back in time for dinner. Days can be as lively or as slow as your family likes, from archery and falconry to a quiet walk under the old oaks.
Fully staffed and catered, so no one has to play host.
Planning a family gathering, milestone birthday or reunion? Enquire at [email protected]

06/10/2026

House & Garden Magazine..
A scene from Glin Castle, the ancestral home of Catherine FitzGerald, who, along with her husband Dominic West, has rescued it from being sold and committed to making it a going concern. Glin is now a beacon of culture and employment in the local economy. The castle's history is a turbulent and romantic one, with a captivating cast of heroes, villains, aesthetes and artists that continues to the present day. Follow the link in our profile to read the full story.

Photo by Andrew Montgomery
Words by Emily Tobin

06/10/2026

Glin Castle is on RTÉ Nationwide this Wednesday! 📺
Tune in to RTÉ One at 7pm as Bláthnaid Ní Chofaigh explores the history of this remarkable Co. Limerick castle and its connection to the Knight of Glin.
The programme features insights from Dr Declan Downey, interviews with family members and craftspeople, and traditional music.
Watch live on RTÉ One or catch up on RTÉ Player. Please share with anyone who'd enjoy it. ✨

01/10/2026

Thrilled to have a visit from Tom Wall who came to tea yesterday - Tom worked in and developed the gardens here for over 40 years and is a bit of an all round legend in this neck of the woods! We also welcomed wonderful Hazel Hourigan who is making a plantation of oaks at the family farm in Murroe. She has collected acorns from many different locations ensuring a broad provenance and gene pool for her oaks - from Derravarragh and Tullynally in Westmeath and schonbrunn Palace Austria, Coollatin Co Wicklow and Glenstal Abbey Co Limerick - it will be a fascinating on going project seeing how they develop ….it was a very jolly afternoon collecting acorns ( though it’s not a plentiful year for them)

28/09/2026

We're delighted to share that Glin Castle has been shortlisted for Best Wedding & Event Venue at the Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence 2027.
This one belongs to the whole team. Over the past while we've put real care into raising every celebration we host, from the first walk-through to the final toast. To see that recognised means a great deal.
Thank you to everyone who has trusted us with their event. Enquire about hosting your event or intimate wedding at www.glin-castle.com

28/09/2026

LPF..
𝗟𝗲𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗲 @ 𝗚𝗹𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲.

a few years ago visiting
Glin Castle during his travels.

is a historic 400-acre estate on the banks of the River Shannon in County Limerick, Ireland, that has been home to the FitzGerald family (the hereditary Knights of Glin) for over 800 years.

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Wearing: THOM BROWNE. & CHILDS
📸: Imen McDonnell

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http://www.glin-castle.com/

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