Three churches, a lost RIC barracks and a stone bridge cluster around a Liffeyside village crossroads — with a Norman tower house, tunnel and all, a short walk further on. Looking for things to do in Straffan? Start here — no car, no ticket, no booking.
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Stops on This Trail
St. Patrick's Church (Old Straffan Church)
Straffan Parish Church (Church of Ireland)
St. Brigid's Catholic Church
The Old Barracks (former RIC Barracks)
Straffan Bridge
Barberstown Castle
For Schools
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