We made a quick stop in Trim after visiting Bru na Boinne on our way to Belfast. The town was cute ( plus easy to find parking) and the castle and surrounding walls/gates were in better shape than we expected. It was definitely worth a visit, even if you are not Braveheart fans.

We paid for the guided tour (entry to the castle is free) and really enjoyed the information as well as the ability to go into the castle right up to the top. The views from the top are great! Trim Castle is in really great condition considering how old it is. Really enjoyed our visit.

Trim Castle, located in County Meath, Ireland, is Ireland’s largest and best-preserved Anglo-Norman castle. It was constructed over a 30-year period starting in 1172 by Hugh de Lacy. Trim Castle was strategically built to guard the inland passage from Dublin to the northwest. Also….Trim Castle served as a prominent filming location for the 1995 film “Braveheart,” directed by and starring Mel Gibson.

Completely surprised by the experience of visiting trim castle, the size, how well it has been kept, and most importantly the way it was brought back to life by our OPW guide Valerie. Thank you for a glimpse into the history of the castle and the politics and people. So glad I visited.

I would highly recommend the guided tour of Trim Castle, it was very interesting, our tour guide was great at explaining the history of the castle. As was the lady at the ticket office,we explained that out adult son has autism,she informed the young lady that was our guide and both were very understanding, we got through the full tour without any problems, made it to the top even though he is very nervous of heights. Great accomplishment for our son, many thanks for all your help and an enjoyable experience, also had a picnic and a walk in the surrounding grounds.

Our afternoon tour of Trim Castle today was exceptional, due to the setting and fantastic communication skills of our guide, Brenda. Her detailed knowledge of Irish history, alongside her ability to include all of the visitors, including children, in her presentation was outstanding. The castle and the surrounding historical area is amazing to walk around and very well maintained. It was fascinating to look at the different models of the castle inside the keep depicting its construction throughout the years. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and highly recommend.

Although a relatively small town, Trim has the castle to offer its visitors. The Trim castle is worth seeing and experiencing. Also a good place to learn about the history of that part of Ireland.

The keep dominates the centre of Trim village. It is the largest best-preserved Anglo-Norman castle in Ireland. We did not visit the inside of the keep, access is by timed guided tour that would have involved a wait but the external area which is free to visit contains helpful information panels illustrating the castle’s history and is worth a visit.

Trim is such a wonderful castle. It sparked off my history as a young child even in it's dilapidated state. On my most recent visit in July I was very impressed at the OPW's renovations. Keep up the great work Our tour guide Brenda was wonderful and gave us great insight into the castle's history. And thanks Brenda for the information you gave me after the tour on the local history

Trim castle is a must see! Recommend taking the guided tour, guide was absolutely brilliant! Building and grounds are well kept and staff friendly. Tour guide was excellent, highly personable and knowledgeable and we definitely recommend the guided tour if able. The Keep does have some tight spaces and recommend verifying with staff prior to tour if you have mobility issues, etc. Views are excellent and learned a great deal during tour. Some scenes of the epic movie Braveheart were filmed here, but Mel Gibson was not available for today’s tour 😂 Also recommend local tourist office next to the castle (separate building), again wonderful knowledgeable people.