Peel Castle (Cashtal Phurt ny h-Inshey in Manx Gaelic) is a castle in Peel in the Isle of Man, originally constructed by Norwegians. The castle stands on St Patrick's Isle, which is connected to the town by a causeway. It is now owned by Manx National Heritage and …

Follow in the footsteps of Kings and Vikings at Peel Castle, an impressive medieval fortress in the beautiful setting of St Patrick’s Isle. As fascinating as it is beautiful, St Patrick’s Isle in Peel is one of the most important historic and religious sites in the British Isles.

Visit Peel Castle, the ancient Vikings’ home, and don't miss the panoramic views of Peel, Seal, and Basking Shark Spot.

2019年4月21日 · The castle is located on St Patrick’s Isle, named after the patron saint of Ireland and is linked to the town of Peel by a narrow causeway. The walls and buildings of the castle are built of local red sandstone.

Peel Castle was garrisoned as the administrative centre of the Northside of the Island, with Castle Rushen controlling the Southside. In addition to its governmental role, Peel Castle was used as prison.

Situated on St Patrick’s Isle, Peel Castle was originally a place of worship before becoming the fort of Magnus Barefoot – an 11th century Viking King of Mann.The castle’s curtain wall encircles the ruins of many buildings which are a testimony to the site’s religious and secular importance in the Isle of Man's history.Visit St Patrick ...

2023年2月15日 · The Vikings built Peel Castle in the 11th century. While today, it sits ruined on the islet, the red sandstone walls of the castle remain intact and are imposing. The views from the castle are panoramic, with sweeping views of the town of Peel and out over the Irish Sea.

Located on St Patrick’s Isle, Peel Castle was built by the Vikings and is one of the best heritage sites on the Island. Visitors can walk around the extensive grounds and even climb to the top of the Gatehouse Tower!

For the past 1,000 years, Peel Castle has stood on this rocky 7.5-acre islet, a home to soldiers, priests, prisoners, and the nobility who ruled over them. Its strategic position in the...

The attractive and substantially preserved historical Peel Castle (Manx: Cashtal Purt ny h-Inshey) stands on St Patrick’s Isle (Manx: Ellan Noo Perick), a small island off the west coast of the Isle of Man (Manx: Mannin).