The modern town grew up as a settlement around the de Barry castle, which was built by a Norman adventurer in 1235 and was later the site of an English garrison. The castle was located at the end of Castle Street, where … Afficher plus

Castlebar is the location for important festivals and traditions, among which is the International Four Days' Walk. A well-established blues music festival in venues across the town … Afficher plus

In addition to a number of national (primary) schools, Castlebar's secondary schools include St Gerald's College (a De La Salle boys … Afficher plus

The name of the town comes from the castle built in 1235 (see above). This castle is depicted in the top of the crest, with two yew trees … Afficher plus

Castlebar is also home to the health care company Baxter Healthcare and manufacturer Fort Wayne Metals. Afficher plus

Road
Castlebar is served by the N5 national primary road and the N60 and N84 national … Afficher plus

GAA
The local Gaelic football and hurling team is the Castlebar Mitchels GAA club. Throughout its history, the club has won over 30 Afficher plus