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Public Library, Armagh

  •   Abbey Street, Armagh

Three storey Classical style building, 3 bays by 5. Rusticated ashlar stone on the ground floor, deep cornice and balustrade. Slightly advanced central bay with door and first floor blind niche, topped by pediment. All bays on both main façades have 2 storey recessed arches, with windows at each floor.

Stone Information

  • Stone Type Category :
  • Primary Stone:
  • Stonework Construction:
    Regular-coursed tooled ashlar
  • 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):
    287371
  • OS Irish Grid (Northing):
    345276

Architect Information

  • Building Type:
  • Date of construction:
    1771
  • Architect:
    Thomas Cooley
  • Listing:
    A
  • HB/SMR Ref:
    HB15/20/008
  • 2nd survey by EHS:
    Yes

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