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OPW confirmed there were 'no immediate plans' to reopen Desmond Castle in Kinsale, which closed to the public 2018

Desmond Castle in Kinsale, a national monument since 1938, has been closed due to safety concerns since 2018.

One of Kinsale's most notable landmarks will remain closed for the foreseeable future after closing five years ago due to safety concerns.

Desmond Castle, which is more than 500 years old, has one of the most illustrious histories of more than 700 national monuments across the country that are managed by the Office of Public Works (OPW).