Carncastle

Remains of tower wall set on an outcrop of rock. Only North-West corner remains to any substantial height.

Stone Information

Stone Type Category :

Basalt
Primary Stone:

Basalt
Secondary Stone:

Antrim Chalk
Stonework Construction:

Un-coursed rubble
Stonework Condition:

Standing stonework appears to be in reasonably good condition with minimal evidence of block deterioration although some mortar degradation is evident and position of ruin is precarious.
Condition Assessment (QUB):

Stage 1 – A façade in this condition will only require localised remedial treatment concentrating on individual blocks. Stage 1 classification may also indicate that no intervention is needed with only periodic re-assessment of the façade is recommended.
OS Irish Grid (Easting):

338152
OS Irish Grid (Northing):

408055