Centre in Cork in County Cork, Munster, Ireland — Irish South-West ((Éire) North Atlantic Ocean)

Site of Skiddy’s Castle

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 14, 2026

1. Site of Skiddy’s Castle Marker

Inscription. Skiddy’s Castle was built in 1445 by John Skiddy. It was a typical example of a tower house or fortified residence. The castle was demolished to first floor level, in the late 18th century.

The original ground floor is located 2 metres below the plaza level. This plaque is located over the old walls of the castle.

Erected 1988.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1445.

Location. 51° 54.032′ N, 8° 28.756′ W. Marker is in Cork, Munster, in County Cork. It is in Centre. It is on North Main Street north of Adelaide Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 62 N Main Street, Cork, Munster, Ireland. Touch for directions.

Regionally, it is in the Atlantic Ocean,

in the North Atlantic Region,

on the Atlantic Arc,

in Europe,

on the Island of Ireland,

on the Celtic Fringe,

in the European Union,

in Atlantic Europe,

on one of the British Isles,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Láthair Chaisleán an Scidígh / Site of Skiddys Castle (here, next to this marker); The North Gate (within shouting distance of this marker); Cé an Chearlaigh / Kyrl’s Quay / Droichead Uí Ghríofa / Griffith Bridge (within shouting distance of this marker); Toirdhealbhach Mac Suibhne (within shouting distance of this marker); Terence MacSwiney / Traolach Mac Suibhne (within shouting distance of this marker); Sráid Anraí / Henry Street / Sráid Grattan / Grattan Street

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(about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Pádraig Ó h-Ainlí (about 150 meters away); The Burning of Cork 1920 (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Cork.

Also see . . . 14-Skiddy's Castle (Cork City Council, Vimeo). (Submitted on May 31, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York.)

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 14, 2026

2. Site of Skiddy’s Castle Marker

The plaza containing the marker. A second plaque commemorating the site is affixed to the wall of the building.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 3, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 31, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 9 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 31, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.