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Castle Rushen
Castletown
IM9 1LD
Castle / Fort
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About
In the heart of the Island’s ancient capital the medieval castle, Castle Rushen, was once the home to the Kings and Lords of Mann, and holds many stories within its walls.
Originally built for a Norse king in the 12th century and later besieged by Robert the Bruce, the castle has been a royal residence, a mint and a prison. Nowadays it serves as a museum and educational centre complete with era-accurate decorations and life-like settings, earning a reputation as one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Europe.
Explore its rooms and furnished chambers, hear from the past inhabitants and discover who shaped its future. Cross the drawbridge and under the portcullis into the Castle and find the Gatehouse with its en-suite garderobe or Lord Stanley in the Presence Chamber, complete with fascinating medieval tales in the wall tapestries.
Towering over the town's Market Square to the south-east and the harbour to the north-east, the ramparts of the Castle also provide stunning views in all directions across the town and out to sea.
You can also visit the gardens surrounding the Castle which provide a gentle walk amongst the flowers where you can stand and admire the ancient castle, or enjoy a moment of peaceful contemplation.
