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Our History

A Message from the owner

Welcome to Belvelly Castle. Our motto is to “live an interesting life” and the challenge of bringing this vital piece of Irish heritage back to life was something we couldn't refuse. We hope you enjoy reading about the Castle and our journey. Thank you, Garry & Anne Wilson

A History The Belvelly Story

The castle was initially built by the Anglo-Norman Hodnett Family. They were an ambitious family who arrived in Ireland in the twelfth-century. During the reign of Henry III, the Hodnett and de Barry families were in conflict with each over their properties in and around Cork.

To learn the rest of the rich heritage of Belvelly castle and its life story, visit the timeline and get steeped in the history of a castle spanning 8 Centuries.

Timeline