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Portaferry Castle

  •   Portaferry, Down

Three storey plus attic tower house with turret at SE angle, recessed entrance protected by machicolation. Crenellated and narrow windows, some with mullions

Stone Information

  • Stone Type Category :
  • Primary Stone:
  • Secondary Stone:
  • Replacement Stone:
  • Other Stone Type:
  • Stonework Construction:
    Un-coursed rubble
  • 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):
    359300
  • OS Irish Grid (Northing):
    350869

Architect Information

  • Building Type:
  • Date of construction:
    16th Century
  • Listing:
    MON
  • HB/SMR Ref:
    DOW032:003
  • 2nd survey by EHS:
    Yes

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