Desmond Castle in Askeaton opened it's gates to the public mark the 825th anniversary and was marked by fun, music and plenty of dress up!
Askeaton Civic Trust organised a weekend of events, including a flag parade up to the castle which saw bands and crowds gathering to dance and enjoy the day.
Askeaton Castle dates from 1199, when William de Burgo built it on a rock in the River Deel. It was the power base of the earls of Desmond after 1348.
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