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Irish Castles associated with the Kirwin/an Surname

Castle Hackett (Hackett's Castle), Galway - built 13th Century - Captain John Kirwan

Castlehacket House built in 1703.  The castle (above this picture) is a ruin close by. For a full history read  “The Kirwan’s of Castlehacket” By Ronan Lynch.  Publisher: Four Courts Press

Gardenfield, about 3 miles north of Tuam. This house was replaced by another Gardenfield House which is still inhabited. 

Castle Martin, County Kildare - the Martin and Kirwan families intermarried

Shan Mukinish Castle, Clare - repaired by Major Kirwan in 1836

Other buildings said to be associated with the family are: Glan and Woodfield - if you have photos of these places, please email me