Fanningstown Castle History

Castle History
Fanningstown Castle is situated in the fertile valley of the river Maigue, in Co. Limerick. It lies in the barony of Coshma (Coshmagh) which, meaning 'Foot of the Plain' or 'Bank of the Maigue,' describes this location. The area of the barony coincides with the territory of the Celtic people, the Ui Cairbre Aobhdha.

In the late 12th and early 13th century the invading Anglo-Normans identified the strategic importance of the Maigue, and gradually established a series of fortresses along its western shore, some a rebuilding of existing forts.

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Local History
Adare (Ath Dara in Irish, translates to 'Ford of the Oak') is an ancient town, the early history of which is now lost. It is situated partly in the barony of Kerry, but chiefly in the barony of Coshma, County Limerick. The village has some threaded (semi-detached) cottages and the name Palatine formally applied to the district recalls the German Lutherans, who settled here during the 18th century.

The town of Adare includes many historical monuments and locations including, the Trinitarian Monastery, the Augustianian Priory, the Desmond Castle, the Franciscan Friary and the Village Park.

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