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S0797 : Castles of Leinster: Rathmore, Offaly (1)

taken 2 years ago, near to Sharavogue, Co Offaly, Ireland

Castles of Leinster: Rathmore, Offaly (1)

This four storey circular tower had a thatched roof when it was burnt in 1642 by Confederate Catholics. Teige Carroll then held the tower, whose son Donough was transported to Co. Clare in 1657, but who recovered Rathmore in 1661. The destroyed eastern part which faced towards a bawn contained the entrance and staircase. Ivy obscures the upper features.

S0797 : Castles of Leinster: Rathmore, Offaly (2)

Geographical Context: Historic sites and artefacts Housing, Dwellings Defence, Military other tags: Castle Rathmore Click a tag, to view other nearby images.

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Grid Square: S0797, 2 images (more nearby 🔍)
Photographer: Mike Searle (more nearby)
Date Taken: Monday, 12 June, 2023 (more nearby)
Submitted: Friday, 14 July, 2023
Subject Location: Irish: S 0741 9782 [10m precision]
WGS84: 53:1.8790N 7:53.4173W
Camera Location: Irish: S 0743 9778
View Direction: North-northwest (about 337 degrees)

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S0797 : Castles of Leinster: Rathmore, Offaly (1)

taken 2 years ago, near to Sharavogue, Co Offaly, Ireland