Trim Castle

12th century1176Ireland

CountryIreland

RegionMeath

Period12th century

Year Built1176

About Trim Castle

The largest Anglo-Norman castle in Ireland. The three-story keep is cruciform-shaped. Filming location for the movie Braveheart. Hugh de Lacy built it to consolidate Norman control.

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