What is recorded here
The precise location of a medieval watermill associated with Kilmacow Castle has not been identified. Westropp (1906-7, 225-6) recorded the following details about Kilmacow Castle (LI030-092----) and watermill; '1583 It was held from Earl of Desmond by J. Supple (Peyton, 57b; Inq., Exch., 11,54). "The large square C[astle]. of Killmackwoo,. with nine separate rooms, ruinous in parts. It is surrounded by a strong wall, built strongly for defence." Adjoining were gardens, a rather ruinous water-mill, orchard, &c. (Des. R., 68)'.
Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien
Date of upload: 9 December 2020
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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