Jordan's Castle

This fine preserved tower-house was built for a 15th century merchant in Ardglass, County Down. Ardglass was an important port and town in the Anglo-Norman Earldom of Ulster and an impressive group of tower-houses are features of its townscape. Jordan's Castle is the best-preserved example. It was bought by the antiquarian Francis Joseph Bigger in 1911, who restored and furnished it. Thankfully he bequeathed it to the state in 1926 so that visitors can enjoy it today.

There are remains of other castles and historic buildings close to Jordan's Castle. The substantial remains of Margaret's Castle and Cowd Castle are nearby. The Newark, remains of a row of merchant's stores is also close by but is in private ownership. King's Castle near St Nicholas' Parish Church appears to be a 19th-century rebuilding on the site of a medieval tower-house.

Facilities

• Guided Tours Available
• Visitor Centre
• Exhibition
• Audio visual dispaly
• Toilets / Disabled Toilets
• Parking

Access & Booking

This site has had to be closed indefinetly due to health and safety considerations.

In special circumstances the site may be opened on request outside of these hours. Please contact the numbers below to discuss your requirements.

Booking and queries: For information on visits to Jordan's Castle, please contact EHS on 028 9181 1491. Access to the Castle is from the street.

Access beyond the ground floor is by the original, narrow, spiral stairs. Impossible for wheelchair users and for those with walking difficulties and a challenge for most!

Getting Here

The castle is on the seafront, overlooking the harbour and south of the marina. There is public transport to Ardglass.