Gobbin’s Heir Castle

Small rectangular ruin with only partial remains of East and South walls.

Stone Information

Stone Type Category :

Schist
Primary Stone:

Basalt
Secondary Stone:

Ballycastle Sandstone
Other Stone Type:

Basalt
Stonework Construction:

Coursed rubble
Stonework Condition:

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

Stage 2 – Section specific remedial action is required but the extent of intervention should be limited because of the lack of distant involvement within façade boundaries.
OS Irish Grid (Easting):

313255
OS Irish Grid (Northing):

438749