We went to see Charles Fort today. It reminded us of the citadels in Quebec City and Halifax in a smaller scale. The fort only lasted 8 years as a defence before it was taken over. It could defend itself from the sea but it was in a low spot on land. James fort across the river was an older and smaller fort which had its powder magazine blown up very early. Then the enemy used it to shell Charles Fort from across the river. The English used the fort for barracks so their soldiers would be kept out of the towns and taverns. Barracks were then built. During WWI soldiers where billeted here as well.
It startled to mist over again so we headed to Blarney. We went to the castle. At this point the weather was not too bad. Unfortunately, it was a long walk for me to the castle. I could not climb up the stairs. Charles did. He kissed the Blarney stone at the top of the castle. He actually kissed it twice, once for himself and once for Mom. I would have liked to walk in the gardens but could not do it.
We check out the Blarney Woollen Mill before heading back to the B&B. It was raining by the time we headed back.
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