Springhill House

Springhill House is a plantation house in Moneymore, Northern Ireland, with a central structure and two single-story wings surrounded by gardens and parkland. The property includes extensive wooded grounds with walking paths for visitors to explore.

The Conyngham family received land grants from James I during the Ulster Plantation in the early 17th century. The house was built between 1680 and 1695 and reflects the English settlement history in Ireland.

The interior displays family portraits spanning generations, period furniture, and decorative objects alongside a significant collection of historical clothing from the 18th to 20th centuries. These items reveal the habits and tastes of the residents over time.

The property is accessible by public transport and has parking on site with level access to the main areas. Visitors should allow time to explore both the house and gardens thoroughly.

The grand dining room fireplace has a chimney that was cleaned with living geese, which would remove soot by flapping their wings. This unusual method was actually a practical solution used in earlier times.

Location: Moneymore

Location: Northern Ireland

Website: https://nationaltrust.org.uk/springhill

GPS coordinates: 54.68560,-6.65550

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:47