What is recorded here

Ballygowan is a historic settlement in County Down, Ireland, recorded for the post-medieval period. The official map point sits at the centre of the archaeological site, marking a place where people lived, worked and changed the land before modern boundaries existed. Its identity is preserved in the local name and official record, while the shape of its streets, rooms and daily routines has faded from direct memory.

The official Northern Ireland record identifies this as Historic Settlement Ballygowan. Recorded period: POST-MED. The official map point was placed at the centre of the recorded archaeological site from the source map reference.

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