Architectural fragment in Kylebeg OR Banagher

The head (dims. L 0.76m; H 0.29-0.36m; T 0.17m) of a 16th century two-light (ope Wth 0.25m) ogee-headed window with stepped or sunken spandrels and glazing groove was uncovered during recent clearance of vegetation inside the 19th century artillery fortification, Fort Eliza. This fortification was constructed 70m S of the Shannon River and 480m W of the historic town of Banagher (OF021-003----). Fort Falkland (OF021-003007-) a 17th century fortification built on the site of Banagher Castle (OF021-003010-) lies 270m to NE with medieval parish church ruins (OF021-003001-) 580m to NW. It is possible that this artillery fortification was built on the site of the Béal Átha Ludh Castle (OF021-010---). The window fragment may have come from this castle. Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien based on details kindly provided by Ms Amanda Pedlow, Heritage Officer, Offaly Co. Co. Date of upload: 5 May 2017