Castle (in Ruins)

In elevated position overlooking valley of Glenbower river to W and S; in vicinity of Aghadoe House (CO066-03803-). No visible surface trace though stones from castle may be incorporated into nearby buildings. Sheela-na-gig (CO066-03802-) lying nearby probably from castle; built by the De Capel or Supple family (Healy 1988, 90). The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 2: East and South Cork' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1994). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 14 January 2009