Castles of Leinster: Gortnaclea, Laois... © Mike Searle

S3686 : Castles of Leinster: Gortnaclea, Laois (1)

taken 11 years ago, near to Ballycuddahy, Badgerisland, Farran Cross Roads and New Bridge, Laois, Ireland

Castles of Leinster: Gortnaclea, Laois (1)

Held in 1566 by Donal Fitzpatrick, this five storey tower house stands in fields north of Ballycolla. The Black Earl of Ormond was held captive here in 1600 by Owney O'Moore.

S3686 : Castles of Leinster: Gortnaclea, Laois (2)

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Grid Square: S3686, 3 images (more nearby )
Photographer: Mike Searle (find more nearby)
Date Taken: Tuesday, 7 June, 2011 (more nearby)
Submitted: Wednesday, 6 July, 2011
Geographical Context: Historic sites and artefacts
Subject Location: Irish: S 3607 8622 [10m precision]
WGS84: 52:55.5556N 7:27.8646W
Camera Location: Irish: S 3613 8639
View Direction: South-southwest (about 202 degrees)