
What is recorded here
Located on top of natural glacial knoll in upland area overlooking river to the N. Poorly preserved grass covered wall footings of a rectangular structure (ext. dims. 9.5m N-S; 12m E-W; wall T c. 2m) with possible rectangular bawn (OF042-021002-) to the N. The walls were constructed of roughly coursed limestone rubble with base batter evident at SE angle. No other architectural features visible.
The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Offaly' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research.
Date of upload: 23 May 2011
A local castle; wider significance not recorded.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
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