Castle Macallistrum

This record refers to the castle, known as 'Castle Mac Ellistrum' which was held in 1641 by Christopher Walsh. Its location is marked on the OS 6-inch map (1st ed). The above description is derived from Bradley, J., et al. 1987 Urban Archaeology Survey Part XIV County Kerry. Unpublished report. Office of Public Works. Date of upload: 24 January 2012

Christopher Walsh held Castle Macallistrum, Balloonagh in 1641. It is remembered as a documented site during the turbulent period of Irish history associated with land ownership and conflict in the early 17th century.