What is recorded here
In level area of fallow arable land. Level, oval area (dims. 58m N-S; 18m E-W) defined by gentle scarp (Wth 4-5m on E & W sides; Wth 10m on N & S sides; H 1.5m). Area of briars concentrated around centre of mound and to S obscure loose rock which may be masonry from castle. Named as 'Site of Black Castle' on 1840 edition OS 6-inch map.
Compiled by: Jean Farrelly
Date of upload: 26 August 2011
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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