What is recorded here
Situated in an area of flat pasture. In 1612 the 'castle, town and lands of Oldtown were granted to John Cantwell (Cal. pat. Rolls, Ire., Jas I, 197). Although visible on aerial photographs neither the castle (TN029-051001) nor the earthworks are visible at ground level.
Compiled by: Jean Farrelly and Caimin O'Brien
Date of upload/revision: 22 September 2008
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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Enclosure in Knockagh (drom Par.)Enclosure · 1208 yd
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