The ruined castle where a young William Penn, future founder of Pennsylvania, lived as a boy and first encountered Quakerism, alongside the church, convent and post office of a Cork market town on the Sullane River — 6 stops through Macroom. Looking for things to do in Macroom? Start here — no car, no ticket, no booking.
Medieval & CastlesEcclesiasticalGeorgian & Big HousesRevolutionary & Military
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Stops on This Trail
Macroom Castle
St Colman's Church
Macroom Post Office
Scoil Mhuire
Saint Mary's Convent
Coolyhane House
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 →