ANNAGHKEEN CASTLE
Thought to be Ireland’s oldest example of a Castle built entirely from undressed stone, Annaghkeen Castle is a late 13th century hall-house built by the De Burgo family.
In order for the De Burgo family to defend their Manor of Headford from rival attacks by the O’Flaherty clan across the Corrib, the Castle Cargin stands within close vicinity. In 1574, the castle was held by Moyler McReamon, a descendant from the Burke family.
LOCATION
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GALLERY
REVIEWS
Annaghkeen-a book by Deborah Love
January 6, 2023
The book was written by Deborah Love, published by Random house, New York, 1970.Deborah died of cancer c1977. She was married to Peter Matthiessen, American author and naturalist. He wrote “the Snow Leopard “about a journey he made to Dolpo in Nepal soon after she died. One copy of Annaghkeen is available on Abe books. com. Further information on the book welcome.
