Queens of the Castles: Two women share what life is like in historic homes

Dream of living in a castle? Two women who do, tell Jen Stevens what it’s like

Mhairi Gray, who owns Ballybur Castle, Co Kilkenny. Picture: Patrick Browne

With fortresses and castle towers dotted all over the country, it’s easy to imagine what it would be like to live like ancient kings and queens.

But with special planning permissions, constant maintenance, and absolutely no plumbing, living and working in a historic home may not be for everyone.