Castlegregory - Dingle Peninsula - Kerry

Castlegregory - Caisleán Ghriaire - Gregory's Castle

Castlegregory is situated at the foot of a narrow neck of land which divides Tralee Bay from Brandon Bay.

Origin of Castlegregory: In the 16th century Gregory Hoare built a castle where the village is now situated. Tragedy surrounded this family beginning with the wedding of Gregory's son, Hugh, to Ellen Moore whose father was an old enemy of Gregory Hoare. On the day of the wedding(1566), Gregory fell dead on the threshold of his Castle when he was trying to stop the wedding party from entering his castle. The castle was passed onto Hugh and in 1580 Lord Grey Queen Elizabeth's deputy, stopped at the castle among Hugh's guests were Sir Walter Raleigh, Captain Denny, Edmund Spenser and Walter Hussey of Dingle. Ellen had objected to the arrival of her country's enemies and in a rage she emptied all the wine and beer onto the cellar floor. When Hugh found out what she had done he became so enraged he stabbed her to death. The next morning when Lord Grey was bringing Hugh to be charged of killing his wife Hugh Hoare collapsed and died on the very same threshold that his father had fallen on the day of the wedding.

Castlegregory Arch: An arched doorway from the castle of Gregory Hoare can still be seen in the village at Tailor's Row.

The Old Railway: From 1891-1939 a narrow gauge branch railway from Tralee to Dingle with a branch line to Castlegregory was open. This line was very popular because of the beautiful scenery. However the light railway from Tralee to Dingle was dangerous and it was demonstrated by two events, the "pig special disaster" in which the train plunged off the Camp bridge in 1893, and some years later when the train was blown off the tracks by a gust of wind at Driscoll cottage.

Harry Clarke Window: In the Catholic church in Castlegregory is a stained glass window designed by Ireland's finest artist in stained glass painting.

Surfing: The area has become renowned for surfing with the world championships been held there in 2000.

Essentials: Fine restaurants, pubs, petrol station are all located in the village.

	An Tigh Beag Cottage - House Rental, Castlegregory The property is located in Glanteenassig valley beside the wellknown forest park. It is 3km from Aughacasla village and 6km from Castlegregory village. An Tigh Beag has 2 bedrooms and can accommodate 6 people Category:House Rental Season:All Year Location:Dingle Peninsula	Web_Site
	Atlantic Waves - House Rental, Castlegregory Atlantic Waves is a luxurious, spacious, 4 Star holiday home on sea-front, approved by the Irish Tourist Board. All rooms are tastefully decorated to a very high standard. There are outstanding sea views overlooking Brandon Bay and miles of sandy bea Category:House Rental Season:All Year Location:Dingle Peninsula	Web_Site
	Castlegregory Cards, Castlegregory If you have visited the Dingle Peninsula, you know that on your return home words cannot describe the beauty and splendour of the area.A wide selection of picture cards, postcards and greeting cards are available in Castlegregory Post Office. Category:Souvenir Season:All Year Location:Dingle Peninsula	Web_Site
	Castlegregory House - House Rental, Castlegregory Castlegregory House is a new build residence in an off street courtyard, centrally located in Castlegregory Village on the Dingle peninsula in West Kerry.It has 3 bedrooms and can accommodate a family of 7 people Category:House Rental Season:All Year Location:Dingle Peninsula	Web_Site
	Crabapple Cottage - House Rental, Castlegregory Charming and delightful cottage overlooking the spectacular Brandon Bay and surrounded by the mystical mountain of Beenoskee. A short stroll to miles of golden sandy beaches - a world of tranquility on your doorstep. A traditional welcome awaits in t Category:House Rental Season:All Year Location:Dingle Peninsula	Web_Site
	Green Acres Caravan Park, Castlegregory Green Acres Caravan and Camping Park is family run and is situated in one of the most beautiful parts of Ireland, looking over Tralee Bay on the Dingle Peninsula.Camping, Motor Homes and Caravans are all catered for on this park. Category:Caravan Park Season:Easter - October Location:Dingle Peninsula	Web_Site
	Kellihers B&B, Castlegregory Kellihers B&B is situated in Castlegregory Village on the Dingle Peninsula, a perfect location in a peaceful setting on the Dingle Way Walking Route.All bedrooms are en suite with television and tea making facilities ... Category:B&B Season:All Year Location:Dingle Peninsula	Web_Site
	Maharabeg House - House Rental, Castlegregory Marabeg House is a comfortable two story house located 1km from Castlegregory Village on the Maharees peninsula with spectacular views of Mount Brandon.The house has four bedrooms, 3 double and 1 single, and can accommodate a party of seven people. Category:House Rental Season:All Year Location:Dingle Peninsula	Web_Site

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