Deerpark

An earthwork complex consisting of a series of linear earthworks forming small rectangular enclosures and other features are clearly visible on aerial photographs taken by Cambridge University in 1966 (CUCAP APG090-098). These earthworks are contained within one large field (approx. dims. 725m N-S x 850m NW-SE) which form the townland of Deerpark as depicted on the 1837 ed. OS 6-inch map. The earthworks visible on the aerial photographs appear to be associated with this deerpark the dating of which is uncertain. On the 1837 ed. OS 6-inch map a large tree plantation is depicted in the centre of the park with walled garden on the NW side of this woodland. A series of pathways running through the woodland are visible on the 1837 ed. OS 6-inch map. Possible medieval deerpark associated with Ballintue Castle (WM010-019----) located 180m to the NW or with Ballintue Castle (WM010-040001-) and deserted medieval settlement (WM010-040----) located 200m to the S. Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 16 June 2017