Explore the Map
Castlestrange Stone
53.5850° N, -8.2706° E
About
The Castlestrange stone is located in the grounds of "Castlestrange House" near Athleague in County Roscommon, Ireland. It is a granite boulder decorated with flowing spirals in the La Tène style, dating from the Iron Age period between 300 BC and 100 AD. Only three other stones of this type have been found in Ireland, the Turoe Stone in County Galway, the Killycluggin Stone in County Cavan and the Derrykeighan Stone in County Antrim. All four stones lie on roughly the same line connecting them on a map of Ireland. The use of the stones is not known but it is assumed they served some religious or ritual purpose. The stone is a protected National Monument.
Historical Timeline
Journey through time and discover key events in this site's history
Creation of the stone
300 BC–100 AD
Archaeological Features
Unique architectural and cultural elements found at this historical site
Religious and Ritual Structures
Artistic and Decorative Features
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan Your Visit
Tours, travel arrangements, and practical information
Recommended Tours
More Sites in Ireland
Altar Wedge Tomb
Wedge tomb in County Cork, Ireland
Cahir Abbey
Augustinian priory in Cahir, Ireland, late 12th–17th c.
Larkfield fort
Ringfort (rath) in County Longford, Ireland
Annagh Church
Medieval church in County Kerry, Ireland
Grangefertagh
Early medieval abbey and round tower, County Kilkenny
Brennanstown Portal Tomb
Neolithic dolmen in County Dublin, Ireland
