Within the grounds of Bunratty Castle is Bunratty Folk Park where 19th century life is vividly recreated. Set on 26 acres, the impressive park features over 30 buildings in a _eliving_f village and rural setting. Meet and chat with the Bean an Ti (Woman of the House) and various street characters including the Policeman and Schoolteacher who give the site its sparkle. Enjoy the tastes, scents, sights and sounds of this enchanting place as you stroll from house to house or around the charming village complete with school, post office, doctors house, hardware shop, printers and of course the pub! It_fs a wonderful experience for adults and children alike with something for everyone to enjoy!
Another very interesting feature is the formal Bunratty Walled Garden, modelled on the original Regency period garden which supplied fruit, vegetables, and flowers to Bunratty House built in 1804 and now refurbished in typical Victorian style.
Bunratty Castle, was built in 1425 by the Earl of Thomond. Following his tradition of hospitality, the world renowned Bunratty Medieval Banquet is held twice nightly throughout the year.
Since 1963, the Ladies of the Castle, aided and abetted by the Earl's Butler, have welcomed guests from the four corners of the globe to dine at The Earl's Banquet at Bunratty Castle. The entertainment provided by the world renowned Bunratty Singers is a fitting compliment to a mead reception, a four course meal, and of course good wine.
Bunratty Castle & Folk Park is open daily for visitors to explore. For night-time dinner entertainments, enjoy the Bunratty Medieval Castle Banquet at either 5.30pm (finish 7.45pm approx) or 8.45pm (finish 11pm approx) or the Traditional Irish Night at the Corn Barn at 7pm (finish 9.30pm approx from April to October). Reservations are necessary for Dinner Entertainments only. Bookings can be made on +353-61-360788.
The Bunratty Shannon Shamrock Hotel ( [http://www.theshannonshamrockhotel.com] )is nestled in the heart of Bunratty village. Choose from our comfortable spacious guestrooms or our luxury self catering holiday homes. In our Bunratty hotel you can relax or work out in our Fitness Centre, Enjoy a drink and live music in our Shamrock Bar or sit back and indulge in afternoon tea in our Gallery Lounge.