One girl told us that you could see it if you went to the sports field of the college across the river from where it is located. I read on trip advisor that it was accessible. Called for a taxi, driver said yes he was familiar with how to get there. It would be walkable from this hotel except that the road to it is VERY narrow and windy with hedges on both sides- so no where to move out of the way of traffic.ĭriver dropped us off on the narrow road that leads to the site, and told us to climb over the gate at the end of the road. (Easy climb over- metal farm type gate) Told us that it is NOT trespassing as some have worried about, climbing the gate just saves you a long hike around. Had the driver come back to pick us up in an hour which was more than enough time to explore and get some beautiful pictures of the ruins that have been overtaken by vines and birds. Truly lovely site and one of the highlights of my trip. I've included pictures of the road in to the ruins as well. search turtlebunberry history blake (would have shown link but trip advisor dont allow) but anyway - if you are still interested. The Blake family of Galway descend from Sir Richard Caddell, a swarthy and resourceful knight who came to prominence in the Anglo-Norman enclave of Galway during the late 12th century.
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