Beamish's Tower, folly in County Cork

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Detached square-plan single-bay four-stage ornamental tower, built c.1840. Rubble stone walls having corner piers. Square-headed openings, some with label mouldings, to lower floor. Pointed arch openings to top floor.

Built by Charles Beamish of Delacour Villa, this eye-catching ornamental tower is a reminder of the wealth and grandeur of the estate in the past. While it has been suggested that it was built as a mausoleum, it would appear to be a folly rather than a burial chamber. Retaining much of its historic character and features, it is an interesting addition to the local architectural heritage.

From the Buildings of Ireland (National Inventory of Architectural Heritage) record 20908336

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