Carrickmacross (Irish: Carraig Mhachaire Rois, meaning "rock of the wooded plain") is a town in County Monaghan, Ireland. The town and environs had a population of 5,032 according to the 2016 census, making it the second largest town in the county. The town won the European Entente Florale Silver Medal Award. It is a market town which developed around a Castle built by the Earl of Essex in 1630. The Convent of St Louis stands on the original castle site. The local Gaelic football and hurling club is Carrickmacross Emmets.The local soccer team is Carrick Rovers
Discover the best top things to do in County Monaghan, Ireland including Rally School Ireland, A.W.O.L Outdoor Adventure, Mullaghmore Equestrian Centre Limited, Rossmore Golf Club, Concra Wood Golf Club, Irish Country Quads, Clones Golf Club, Mannan Castle Golf Club.
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