Glin Castle, ancestral seat of the Knights of Glin overlooking the Shannon Estuary, a Gothic Revival folly once used to fire cannon salutes at passing ships, twin churches, and a mid-century national school — 5 stops through a Shannon-side village. Looking for things to do in Glin? Start here — no car, no ticket, no booking.
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Stops on This Trail
Glin Castle
Hamilton Tower
Saint Paul's Church of Ireland Church
Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church
Saint Fergus's National School
For Schools
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