Crom Estate, Nature reserve in Fermanagh and Omagh, Northern Ireland.
Crom Estate is a nature reserve spanning 2,000 acres along Upper Lough Erne, combining ancient woodlands, wetlands, and open meadows in a single expanse. Walking trails crisscross through these varied habitats, allowing visitors to move freely between different natural environments.
The original castle was built in 1611 but fell to Jacobite forces who burned it down in the 1760s, leaving behind only structural ruins. These remains mark a turning point when the building ceased to serve its original purpose.
The grounds hold two ancient yew trees standing near the Old Castle ruins, their gnarled trunks a living record of centuries past. These trees draw visitors seeking a tangible connection to the long span of time this place has endured.
A visitor center, rental cottages, and camping areas are available to suit different visitor needs. Equipment for those with reduced mobility helps make exploration of the grounds more accessible.
Crighton Tower, a 19th-century observation structure, sits on an island within the grounds and overlooks the lake landscape. The reserve also shelters red squirrels and various bird species that thrive here under natural protection.
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