Newcastle West
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| Newcastle West An Caisleán Nua Thiar |
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| Irish Grid Reference R282336 |
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| Province: | Munster | |
| County: | County Limerick | |
| Population (2006) - Town: - Rural: |
3,938 1,977 |
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Newcastle West (An Caisleán Nua Thiar in Irish) is a town in County Limerick, Ireland. The town is the largest town in County Limerick, excluding Limerick city, and is the major urban centre in west County Limerick. It is located on the N21 road from Limerick to Tralee.
The Desmond Castle, parts of which date from the 13th century, in the main square is the most notable historical feature of the town.
The town was once connected to the railway network, as part of what was known as the "North Kerry" line, from Limerick city to Tralee, via Listowel.
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