What is recorded here

Situated on flat terrain adjacent to Merrion Strand currently occupied by Seapoint Manor. The present residence is shown as 'Castle Byrn' on the 1843 OS 6-inch map (Stokes 1895, 8). A castle described in the Civil survey (1654-6) as a slated castle located at Newtown. It was held by Walter Cheevers in the Civil survey (1654-6) (Simington 1945, 267). Compiled by: Geraldine Stout and Padraig Clancy Revised upload on: 22 May 2018

Built in the 17th century, Castle Byrn was held by the Byrn family, as indicated by historical maps and surveys. It is remembered for its early documentation in the Civil Survey and its presence on the 1843 Ordnance Survey map, reflecting its local historical significance.

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