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Sleady Castle was the ancestral home of The McCraw Family. This is near the village of Cppoquin, Co.Waterford The family were in this area from the 13th century.

The photos taken at the front door are of Mountain Castle entrance. It was originally built by the McCraw family in the 16th century.

The McCraw Family also toured Malahide Castle their first day in Ireland.
The first dinner at their beautiful accommodation in Portmarnock.
A grand start to the McCraw Family Tour.

The family visited Clontarf Castle and were given a tour and history by Graham. The tapestry behind the group shows the enactment of The Battle of Clontarf that took place on 23 April 1014 between the forces of Brian Boru and the forces led by the King of Leinster,

The McCraw Family Group in Newark awaiting their departure.

The McGraw Family arrives in Dublin.


Faye & Janet enjoying their first GOOD pint at Clontarf Castle.

THE McGRATH FAMILY CREST

Gerry & Faye arrive at Kansas City Airport for trip to Ireland in search of McCraw Family history.