What is recorded here

Westport Demesne still holds an unclassified castle, stripped of description even though the land has been named. That absence is not a mistake; it is an invitation to see the place without relying on a label. A castle may have been a home, a trap, a boundary marker or a toy for a proud family. The missing description removes the chance to be wrong.

The Archaeological Survey of Ireland (ASI) is in the process of providing information on all monuments on The Historic Environment Viewer (HEV). Currently the information for this record has not been uploaded. To access available information for research purposes please make an appointment in advance with the Archive Unit (open Fridays 10.00 am – 5.00 pm), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, The Custom House, Dublin 1 D01W6XO or email NMarchive@housing.gov.ie.

The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.