What is recorded here

FitzGerald (1903-05, 167) cites references to castle besieged and destroyed in 1641 (FitzGerald 1896-99, 418), and mentions finding of 'extensive foundations of buildings' and 'ancient thick walls with arches in them' to N of present grave yard. As OS 6-inch map locates monastery to within grave yard, these foundations may belong to castle. Compiled by: Gearóid Conroy

The castle at Timolin was likely held by Gaelic Irish forces before being besieged and destroyed in 1641 during the early stages of the Irish Confederate Wars. It is remembered for its partial survival in the form of extensive foundations and ancient walls, indicating a significant pre-modern structure in the region.

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