One of the largest and best-preserved Norman motte-and-bailey earthworks in Ireland, the medieval Anglo-Norman borough town replanned in the 1600s, a 15th-century Gaelic Irish castle seized from the O'Farrells, and two standing stones — 4 stops through a Longford heritage town. Looking for things to do in Granard? Start here — no car, no ticket, no booking.
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Stops on This Trail
Granard Motte
Granard Historic Town
Higginstown Standing Stone
Rathcronan Standing Stone
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 →