Parke's Castle, 17th century manor house in County Leitrim, Ireland
Located on the shores of Lough Gill, Parke's Castle features a three-story structure with defensive walls and a central courtyard displaying period architecture.
Robert Parke acquired the land in 1628 and built the castle using stones from an earlier O'Rourke tower house that previously occupied the site.
The castle represents the transition period between Gaelic nobility and English settlers during the plantation era in 17th century Ireland.
The Office of Public Works maintains the castle as a seasonal visitor center with guided tours available from March through September.
Archaeological excavations between 1971 and 1975 revealed the foundations of the original O'Rourke tower house beneath the current structure.
Location: County Leitrim
Inception: 1628
GPS coordinates: 54.26479,-8.33443
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:43
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