Bandon Distillery

Built by George Allman in 1825; on tributary of Bandon river just E of Bandon (O'Flanagan 1988, 13). Large complex, built on split level around central yard enclosed by high wall. Most early 19th century structures levelled or rebuilt. Well preserved NW range of residential/commercial structures. Imposing 5-storey corn store (date plaque 1870) to SW of complex. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 1: West Cork' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1992). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 14 January 2009