Ardress House, Historic country house museum in Annaghmore, Northern Ireland.
Description
Ardress House is a 17th-century farmhouse expanded into its current neo-classical form around 1700, with a classical portico at the front and detailed plasterwork throughout. The interior displays Georgian architectural details and fine craftsmanship that reflect the prosperity of the period.
History
The original structure rose around 1700 after the Clarke family lost their previous residence during 17th-century conflict. This rebuilding marked a fresh start, and the family later developed the estate into a productive fruit-growing operation.
Culture
The name comes from the Irish word "ard" meaning height, reflecting the elevated location of the property. Visitors notice traditional fruit growing practices throughout the grounds, a way of farming that has shaped the local landscape for generations.
Practical
The property provides accessible toilets, ample parking, and well-maintained paths suitable for wheelchairs and mobility aids throughout the grounds. The gardens and estate are generally flat, making a full circuit around the house and farm buildings quite manageable for most visitors.
Did you know?
The restored farmyard contains authentic 18th-century buildings including a working smithy, dairy, byre, and threshing barn. These outbuildings display genuine farm tools and equipment that reveal how daily work on the land once operated.
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