Charlemont Fort, Military fort and castle in County Armagh, Northern Ireland.
The stone fortress stands on the bank of River Blackwater, featuring remaining sections of defensive walls and a preserved gatehouse structure.
Lord Mountjoy constructed Charlemont Fort in 1602 to control the Blackwater valley during conflicts with the Earl of Tyrone's forces.
The fort represented British military control in Ireland, serving as a garrison that influenced local development and settlement patterns.
The site contains interpretive panels explaining the fort's layout, with designated parking areas and walking paths for visitors.
The fortress changed hands eight times during various conflicts, including a capture through a dinner invitation ruse by Felim O'Neill in 1641.
Location: County Armagh
Inception: 1602
GPS coordinates: 54.44800,-6.67900
Latest update: August 22, 2025 13:21
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