Leap Castle, Ireland
Castle · Offaly ·

Leap Castle, Ireland

Castle · Offaly ·

Restored 16th-century castle with history, artifacts, and host

Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null
Leap Castle, Ireland by null

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EIRCODE ? R421, Leap, Roscrea, Co. Offaly, Ireland Get directions

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EIRCODE ? R421, Leap, Roscrea, Co. Offaly, Ireland Get directions

+353 86 869 0547
leapcastle.net
@leap.castle

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wheelchair accessible entrance

Last updated

Dec 16, 2025

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"Hunched over an outcrop of the Slieve Bloom Mountains in County Offaly, this is among Ireland’s most haunted castles, rooted in a founding legend of two O’Bannon brothers leaping from the site to settle a chieftainship, and later marked by centuries of bloodshed before burning to its shell in 1922; today, the Ryan family continues restoration. Reports center on The Elemental, a presence some tie to pre-castle druid initiation rites and others to an occult-leaning former owner’s wife who may have summoned it. Visits are welcomed by owner Sean Ryan Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a donation requested to support the work." - Nicole Kliest

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Leap Castle, Ireland

Soledad R.

Google
A beautiful and authentic Irish castle full of history. Sean, the owner, bought the castle a few years ago and knows everything about its past. He welcomes visitors warmly and encourages you to explore every corner. The €6 entry fee helps with restoration, which is a great cause. Visiting feels personal and real, not commercial. A perfect stop if you want to experience traditional Ireland and support local heritage.

Sharon C.

Google
If your in to true history of castles, this may be a small one but the old guy who owns it lives there! He tells a good history story, hands you a flashlight and allows you to go up the narrow dark stairs to check it out. Must see. €6 to walk through but ring the doorbell first. A lot of artifacts to check out. Not for kids or people with small space anxiety.

Manuel C.

Google
5 stars expérience. Sean was a great host and sharing is knowledge about the castle history was really interesting to listen to to. Visiting the castle was also impressive since he as done all the restoration by himself. Just make sure you knock at the door of the castle on arrival since the ring bell ain’t working.

P.J. M.

Google
A step back in time to a castle steeped in history. Sean, the owner has spent his life restoring the castle bit by bit. It was a shame I'd had car trouble that day, causing me to arrive only 30 mins prior to closure at 5:00. Do contact Sean in advance as a courtesy before you arrive, as it is their family home, as well as Castle. See the many videos there on You Tube about Leap Castle in advance, so you'll be somewhat aware of the history of this special place. Contact Sean by email. His contact address is on the official website, where you'll also find even further info about the Castle.

razorbaby2552

Google
This is a drive up castle to get out and take pictures. I do not belive you can go inside the castle. Someone does live there. It is a nice castle.

Tina R.

Google
One of the most haunted castles in Europe with a dark history. It was nice to be able to walk through and see how the owner Sean has kept it over the last 20+ years. A must see!

Meg K.

Google
My grandaughter wanted to experience 'the most haunted castle in Ireland' . It's in a beautiful location & has an interesting story, as well as some lovely antiques in a partially restored castle

Marsha M.

Google
Amazing castle ruin being refurbished by a true Irishman. The host was full of great historical information and even played the whistle for us. One of the best stops on our trip! Make sure you bring cash for the $6 suggested donation.
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Ali Z.

Yelp
My second time visiting the castle, I also went back in August. I love chatting with the owner, Sean, who has many stories to tell as well as being very knowledgeable in Irish history.
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Chelsea A.

Yelp
A very unique experience. Mr. Ryan was very informative. If you enjoy the strange, dark, and mysterious - off the beaten path, then this is your place.