One of the country's finest Victorian Gothic Revival castles has been sold to a hotel group which specialises in the restoration of such venues. Sligo's Markree Castle, which is a member of the luxury ...

A group behind the conservation of a centuries-old castle is hoping the success of its project could inspire other communities to act to preserve their local history. Situated atop a rolling hillside ...

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The restored ancestral home of the Cooper family Markree Castle in Sligo will open as a hotel and restaurant. In recent years Markree Castle was the setting for the four hour mini television series ...

It’s been their family estate for 350 years, but yesterday the Cooper family confirmed that they are selling Markree Castle, one of Co Sligo’s most historic houses. The price tag is believed to be ...