Bunratty Castle & Folk Park

Shannon Heritage operates a number of visitor experiences throughout the West of Ireland including day visitor attractions Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, Craggaunowen Bronze Age Park and Dunguaire Castle. We also operate medieval banquet dining experiences at Bunratty Castle, Knappogue Castle and Dunguaire Castle.

The Shannon Heritage portfolio has grown over the years and began in 1963 with the operation of its first medieval banquet at Bunratty Castle in Co. Clare. The idea of medieval banquets came about as a result of the need to give transatlantic passengers a reason to get off aircraft at Shannon Airport and tour the local area.

Our mission is to develop, manage and operate commercially sustainable products and related activities by providing heritage experiences to international standards utilizing our natural and built environment. The company recognizes the need to achieve a balance between its custodial/curatorial role and the need to operate in a commercial environment.