Charleville Castle is Ireland's most enigmatic and impressive Gothic revival castles. Designed in 1798 by one of Ireland's leading architects of the day, Francis Johnston, one of Ireland’s leading architects, who also built the General Post Office and the Chapel Royal (Dublin). Surrounded by ancient oak forests as well as younger reforestations and a majestic oak-tree in the grounds is reputed to be the oldest in the World at 700 years old.
Some could say I’m biased because I don’t live far from Tullamore. I decided to visit - something I've been meaning to do for ages! It’s fantastic, the scenery is amazing - one of few places that is romantic for couples and plenty of space for the kids too. I would totally recommend it