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The precise location of a castle in the townland of Rochestown has not been identified. Westropp (1906-7, 90) recorded the following details about Rochestown Castle; '1540 Baile an Roisdigh estate of Clann Daug (Rental). 1583 W. Bourke, Castel Roche C[astle]. (Des. R., 37). In 1655 it is called Longford (D.S.A., 14). 1666 Confirmed to Col. Clayton, and 1678 to Dr. Arthur's heiresses (Act Sett.)'.
Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien
Date of upload: 4 December 2020
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