| Emil, 31, form Singapore, wrote: |
BunRatty Castle has undergone
quite a few changes since the last report. Most notably is the addition
of a banquet that the public can partake in. This has been made a twice
nightly event and guests will be treated to a medieval feast, complete
with singing and music by the excellent BunRatty singers. The food is
great, as are the performances. A real treat for the senses. More info
can be obtained from this link:
http://www.holiday-ireland.com/Shannon/entertainment/ShannonHeritage/corporateevents/bunratty_banquet.html |
| Liam Jennings, 10, from Ballincollig
Co. Cork, wrote: |
| I thought that Bunratty Castle was
extremely interesting. We saw the main hall where they ate and the
dungeon where they kept prisoners. I also sat on the Lord's chair, I
felt so powerful. They even had indoor toilets with a hole out through
the wall. It was a wonderful experience. |
| Christine, 20, from California USA,
wrote: |
| I visited this castle when I took a
trip to Ireland, and it was unbelievable. It was a magnificent and
amazing sight, and my friends and I could not say one thing when we
spotted this historical structure. We just looked at it with our mouths
opened wide, it was incredible. Everyone has to visit this castle at
least once in his or her life time because I certainly did not regret
visiting Bunratty. |
| Whyte' Madigan, 46, from Freehold, NJ,
USA, wrote: |
Our family of 5, went to Bunratty
Castle in 1995, 1999 and 2000. The castle is wonderful. Two
things come to mind about this castle. First was the Taco Stand
outside, it was great to take pictures and tell everyone we traveled to
Ireland for the Tacos, second was the historical insight of this and
other castles, we never knew that William Penn was here during a siege.
We travel to Ireland regularly and always try to see Bunratty, the best
Meade is here!!
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| Michael Paoli, 48, from Utha, wrote: |
| I was at Bunratty Castle only a
few weeks ago. The castle is one of the best preserved in Ireland,
and is furnished in late medieval style. the folk park is nice as well,
as you get to see what the Irish lived like in the nineteenth century.
We were there in November, and they had peat fires burning in the little
cottages. We in fact stayed in a cottage in Donegal that was
modernized, but other than the plumbing and the cement floor it was just
like the cottages in Bunratty Folk Park. |
| Joe Tracey, 40, from Austin, Tx, wrote: |
| At the age of 11 in 1971 my Dad was
transferred to Shannon, Ireland. The drive by Bunratty Castle was always
a thrill for us, especially at night, with the spotlight illumination.
We did enjoy the banquet with mead and all - was that great food or
what? I lived very near Tullyglass hill and remember a small castle on
the other side of the Shannon River. Does anyone know the name or
history of that one? Till then, |
| Amy, from Pennsylvania, USA, wrote: |
| I visited Bunratty Castle in 1983 while
I was vacationing in Ireland. The medieval banquet was terrific -
it included mead, which was delicious, lovely music, the fun of having
someone from our group chosen as the "Lord of the Manor" who
had to taste everything before it was served to the rest, and wonderful
atmosphere. I'd recommend it to anyone who visits Ireland. |
| Kay Williams, from Oklahoma, USA |
For those planning a trip to
Ireland, Bunratty Castle is very much worth a visit. It is well
presented in the historic theme park which surrounds it. We
visited it on a May morning. There were no crowds and no lines.
The castle is well preserved, there are lots of stairs, but castle
lovers expect that, right?
We gained a great deal of insight into castle structure and castle life
at Bunratty. |
| J. A. Scott, 48 from Washington State,
USA, wrote: |
| Visiting Bunratty castle was a
wonderful experience, as was our entire trip to Ireland. Bunratty is
very well preserved. The folk park is a wonderful addition, one I and my
husband thoroughly enjoyed. We went in the middle part of June, which we
have been told is a better time to visit Ireland than in July and August
when the tourism trade is at its height. Thanks for letting me
"spout off" about Bunratty. It's great! P.S. We also visited
Aughnanure castle and King John's. J. A. Scott |
| Kenneth Aquilina, 39, from Malta,
wrote: |
| I recently visited the Bunratty
Castle & Folk Park. The whole area is simply fantastic. The setup
and display are very well laid out and realistic. My only complaint is
that on arriving at the castle we had to stop at the entrance just
because an American school band was playing in the forecourt of the
castle. Surely all the people wanted to visit the castle and not have to stand around listening to teenagers playing
modern music which incidentally jarred completely with the surroundings.
Otherwise, once again, congrats on a job very well done. |
| Carol Ann McMahon, 20, from Ireland,
wrote: |
| I worked in Bunratty Castle for the
last two summers as an entertainer and it is a great place
to work as well as to visit. It captures the essence of the Irish
heritage. There are two medieval banquets every night during the summer
and also banquets during the year subject to demand. The evening includes a brief history of the castle and a drinks
reception before the meal. During the meal there is singing and music to
delight every kind of tourist and all the entertainers are clad in
traditional medieval dress. It is a superb experience , one not to be missed!! |
| Carolina Gutierrez, 23, from Chile, wrote: |
| Bunratti is a great castle...well I just saw it in
the TV but their history is amazing it was the first castle in Ireland I
guess and was very important for English kingdom well, I love medieval history I want to learn more about it |
