The Rock of Dunamase, a dramatic ruined hilltop stronghold linked by marriage to Strongbow and destroyed by Cromwellian forces in 1650, alongside a former church, courthouse, and star-shaped fort in the county town of Portlaoise — 4 stops through the Laois midlands. Looking for things to do in Dunamase? Start here — no car, no ticket, no booking.
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Stops on This Trail
Rock of Dunamase
Old St Peter's Church
Portlaoise Courthouse
Maryborough Fort
For Schools
This trail is also available as a free printable classroom worksheet or full trail booklet — no site visit required. See how Classroom Prep Mode works →