Castle Dobbs Plantation Castle

Small square remains of a plantation castle. Rubble stone walls with timber lintels, 3 walls remaining, late 19th Century repairs.

Stone Information

Stone Type Category :

Basalt
Primary Stone:

Basalt
Replacement Stone:

Basalt
Stonework Construction:

Rubble
Stonework Condition:

Basalt field stones in generally good condition with some greening and physical damage to corner of structure. Mortar breakdown is evident.
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):

344418
OS Irish Grid (Northing):

390732