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Olderfleet Castle

  •   Larne, County Antrim

Open ruin consisting of 2 walls to a height of 3 storeys, basalt rubble construction. Conservation work carried out in past including cement repairs and stone replacement.

Stone Information

  • Stone Type Category :
  • Primary Stone:
  • Secondary Stone:
  • Replacement Stone:
  • Other Stone Type:
  • Stonework Construction:
    Un-coursed rubble
  • Stonework Condition:
    Basalt stonework is in good condition with evidence of repointing and mortar replacement.
  • 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):
    341328
  • OS Irish Grid (Northing):
    401632

Architect Information

  • Building Type:
  • Date of construction:
    1604
  • Listing:
    Mon
  • HB/SMR Ref:
    ANT040:040
  • 2nd survey by EHS:
    No

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