Castlearmstrong

87 registered freehold parcels lie mostly in Castlearmstrong, from 64 m² to 525,148 m² (52.51 ha, 129.77 acres). The dashed line is the townland's boundary; 30 neighbouring parcels touch it.

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No zone of a development plan covers Castlearmstrong in the national zoning. Outside zoned towns and villages, the county development plan's rural policies apply to each application.

Source: Tailte Éireann and the Department of Housing (MyPlan), national zoning, CC BY 4.0.

• 21 Dec 2021Conditional

  CONSTRUCTION OF AN EXTENSION TO EXISTING HOUSE, INCLUDING DEMOLITION OF EXISTING REAR BATHROOM, MINOR ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING DWELLING, PROPOSED BOUNDARY TREATMENTS AND ALL ASSOCIATED SITE WORKS AND DRAINAGE

  Permission, 1 home · Offaly County Council, 21803

• 5 Jul 2021Conditional

  DEMOLITION OF EXISTING DWELLING HOUSE AND BUILD NEW DWELLING HOUSE, INSTALL SEPTIC TANK WITH PERCOLATION AREA AND ALL ANCILLARY SITE WORKS. THIS DEVELOPMENT IS WITHIN THE CURTILAGE OF A PROTECTED STRUCTURE LISTED UNDER THE RECORD OF PROTECTED STRUCTURES IN THE OFFALY COUNTY COUNCIL DEVELOPMENT PLAN (REF. NO. 11-004)

  Permission, 1 home · Offaly County Council, 21413

• 15 Jun 2021N/a

  DEMOLITION OF EXISTING DWELLING HOUSE AND BUILD NEW DWELLING HOUSE, INSTALL SEPTIC TANK WITH PERCOLATION AREA AND ALL ANCILLARY SITE WORKS

  Permission · Offaly County Council, 21375

Source: National Planning Applications, Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, CC BY 4.0. Applicants are not shown.

Designated sites

No designated site (Special Area of Conservation, Special Protection Area, Natural Heritage Area or proposed one) touches the townland of Castlearmstrong.

Recorded monuments

• OF007-037 House - fortified house
  Description

  Situated on top of a high rocky ledge with a steep drop to the NW with level ground elsewhere. Rectangular three storey high fortified house (ext. dims. 8.7m N-S; 11.8m E-W; wall T 1.5m) with rectangular gable ended chimney stacks and base batter. Attached to SE corner is a later 19th-century bawn wall with original bawn attached to N and S corners of the building. The building is orientated on a NE/SW axis. On the centre of the SE facing wall there is a two centred pointed doorway which gives access to the ground floor and spiral stairs which is located in the S angle from which all rooms are accessed via two centred doorways. Directly above the inside of the doorway there are two barrel vaulted chambers orientated NE/SW running along the SE wall at first floor and second floor levels. Evidence of wickerwork centring on the underside of this vault. The main chambers at first floor and second floor have wooden floors with attic above second floor level. The first floor has a simple fireplace on the S gable wall with tall rectangular chimney stack. The second floor has a similar fireplace and chimney stack on the N gable. Both these rooms are lit by several large rectangular windows set within deep round arched embrasures, possibly later insertions. Blocked garderobe at W angle of the building at first floor level. Curious oriel window protruding from the SW facing wall which is carried on three massive corbels at first floor level. Probable mid 17th-century fortified house. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Offaly' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-038 Ritual site - holy well
  Description

  Holy well known locally as 'St. Bridget's Well' and depicted as 'Toberneeva' on all editions of the OS 6-inch maps. The well stands on the demesne lands of Castle Armstrong. The castle and later demesne house of Castle Armstrong stands 240m to SSW. Natural spring well (dims. 1.7m x 0.76m x 0.5m) inside square-shaped area enclosed by a stone wall with iron gate. The well which was originally stone lined has stone steps leading down to the water. A modern lintel over the well has the words 'St Bridget's Well' carved into its surface. Hazel and hawthorn tress now growing around the edge of the well with evidence of votive offerings. Described in 1977 as a 'sub-circular hollow approx. 1.5-2m deep with a small spring at the base. The northern face of the embankment or scarp above the well is roughly faced with dry stone walling. There is a small stream flowing southwards from the well. This stream is approx. 4m long and dissappears underground to emerge in the field drain further south. An ivy covered alder bush hangs over the well' (ASI file 1977). The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Offaly' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Compiled and revised by: Caimin O'Brien Date of revised upload: 24 June 2015

• OF007-049 Enclosure
  Description

  Not visible at ground level. Potential site identified from GSI aerial photograph taken in 1973 (GSI N 529/30). The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Offaly' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-211 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A piece of hazel brushwood (L 0.48m; diam. 0.03m) in the drain face. One end has a metal-cut chisel point. The piece is situated within poorly humified Sphagnum peat with occasional pockets of Eriophorum. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-214 Structure - peatland
  Description

  An irregular spread (Wth 0.85m; D 0.25m) of light brushwood on the field surface. Woodworking is present on a number of pieces. The site is situated on poorly humified Sphagnum peat with pockets of Eriophorum. The site is located c. 5m E of SMR OF007-210----. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-227 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A piece of birch brushwood (L 0.58m; diam. 0.053m) in the drain face. One end has been cut to a wedge point. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-228 Structure - peatland
  Description

  An ash stake (L 1.78m; diam. 0.055m) sitting at an angle of 80° in the drain face. The lower end has been cut to a chisel point. An unworked piece of brushwood is recorded to the NW in the opposite drain face but the relationship, if any, between the pieces is unclear. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-229 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A stake (L 0.31m; diam. 0.045m) sitting at an angle of 80° on field surface. Only the end of the stake remains which consists of a blunt wedge point with 0.2m long facets. The degree of desiccation of this piece suggests that it is ex situ or that it may be modern. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-230 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A piece of hazel brushwood (L 0.66m; diam. 0.021m) on field surface. One end is worked to a wedge point. The piece sits in moderately humified Sphagnum peat. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-241 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A deposit (L 1.65m min.; Wth 1.15m min.; D 0.15m) of brushwood, roundwoods and planks on the field surface The pieces are irregular in orientation but tend to lie in a NW-SE direction. Extensive evidence for woodworking is apparent, with a number of roundwoods having been worked at both ends. One plank is charred on one face. Some of the wood has been damaged by milling but the remainder is in good condition. The site is located in well-humified Sphagnum peat with some Eriophorum and ericaceous remains. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-242 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (L 1.7m min.; Wth 1m; D 0.05m) is orientated NNW-SSE and consists of longitudinal brushwood and occasional twigs on the field surface. Toolmarks are not apparent but a number of pieces demonstrate evidence for tearing. The sits in poorly humified Sphagnum peat. A roundwood and a piece of brushwood, both of which have been worked, are also recorded nearby in displaced positions. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-244 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A large, split timber (L 1.77m; diam. 0.175m) on the field surface. The piece is charred on one surface. Saw marks are evident on one side, however, suggesting that this may be modern. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-245 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A stake (L 0.3m; diam. 0.02m) protruding from the field surface at an angle of 45°. The lower end is worked to a wedge point. A field observation suggests that stake may be a modern insertion. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-246 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A piece of brushwood (L 0.46m; diam. 0.02m) in the drain face. The piece is broken in four places and may be modern. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-247 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A desiccated stake (L 0.25m; diam. 0.02m) projecting from the field surface at an angle of 30°. The lower end is worked to a chisel point. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-248 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A large spread (L 15m min.; Wth 1.3m; D 0.1m) of roundwoods and brushwood orientated E-W on the field surface. A single piece projects from the field surface at an angle of 90° and may represent a peg although the overall appearance of the site does not suggest the presence of a definitive structure. Outlying pieces of worked wood extended some 3m either side of the main distribution. Tear and toolmarks are noted but sawmarks may indicate that the deposit is modern. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-249 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A loose and irregular deposit (L 0.83m min.; Wth 0.42m min.; D 0.17m) of light brushwood and twigs on the field surface. The site is situated in poorly humified Sphagnum peat. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-250 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A spread (Wth 0.3m; D 0.22m) of light brushwood and twigs orientated NNW-SSE on the field surface One piece is worked to a chisel point. Wood species include birch. The site lies on moderately humified Sphagnum peat but is overlain by poorly humified Sphagnum peat. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-251 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A scatter of light brushwood on the field surface (L 1.1m; Wth 0.75m; D 0.1m). No common orientation is apparent amongst the pieces, some of which show evidence for woodworking. Wood species include birch. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-252 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A spread of light brushwood on the field surface (Wth 1.05m; D 0.14m). A large number of the pieces sit upright at angles ranging from 45-90°. The field record suggests that the site may have been disturbed, however, on the basis of the poor condition of the wood. Wood species include hazel. The site is located c. 2m S of SMR OF007-253----. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-253 Structure - peatland
  Description

  An irregular scatter of light brushwood on the field surface (L 1.1m; Wth 0.3m min.; D 0.1m). The site is located c. 2m N of SMR OF007-252----. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-254 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A deposit (L 0.86m min.; Wth 0.4m; D 0.08m) of brushwood and twigs orientated NW-SE on the field surface. One piece has been cut to a chisel point. The site is located in moderately humified Sphagnum peat with some Eriophorum. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-255 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A small deposit of light brushwood orientated NW-SE in opposing drain faces (Wth 0.21m; D 0.17m). Evidence for woodworking is apparent on one piece only. Wood species include willow. The site is situated in moderately humified Sphagnum peat. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-256 Road - class 2 togher
  Description

  The site (L 25m; Wth 0.49m; D 0.09m) is orientated E-W and noted at three sightings on the field surface. It consists of a compact arrangement of longitudinal roundwoods interspersed with longitudinal and transverse brushwood. The position of a small number of brushwood uprights along the edges at angles of c. 45-50° may indicate the presence of pegs. Evidence for woodworking is apparent on one piece. Wood species include hazel. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-257 Structure - peatland
  Description

  An irregular scatter (L 0.8m; Wth 0.6m; D 0.12m) of brushwood and twigs. A number of pieces occur in upright positions at angles ranging from 45-90° but it is not clear that these pieces functioned as pegs. Wood species include hazel. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-258 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (L 3.7m min.; Wth 0.35m; D 0.06m) consists of brushwood orientated E-W on the field surface. The condition of the wood is poor. The site appears to continue on an adjacent field surface c. 3m to the W. Evidence for woodworking is confined to a single piece. Wood species include birch. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-259 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (L 7.03m; Wth 0.54m; D 0.09m) is orientated NW-SE and consists of longitudinal light brushwood and twigs detected at two sightings on the field surface. The brushwood is one piece deep and quite scattered and does not form a substantial structure. One piece is cut to a chisel point. The site sits in poorly humified Sphagnum peat with fibrous material. The site is located c. 5m W of SMR OF007-260----. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-260 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (L 0.38m min.; Wth 0.58m; D 0.06m) is orientated NNW-SSE. It consists of light brushwood on the field surface. The brushwood appears to be 1-2 pieces deep and is longitudinally laid. Evidence for woodworking is observed on two pieces, both of which are cut to chisel points. The site is situated in moderately humified Sphagnum and Eriophorum peat. The site is located c. 5m E of SMR OF007-259----. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-261 Road - class 2 togher
  Description

  The site (L 17.12m; Wth 0.8m; D 0.06m) is orientated N-S and consists of brushwood and occasional twigs. The brushwood is predominantly longitudinal with occasional transverse pieces. These pieces are located at the edge of the site and may constitute pieces displaced from the main concentration. One piece is cut to a chisel point. Wood species include birch. The site is located in well-humified Sphagnum peat with abundant root fibres. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-262 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A deposit of light brushwood and twigs in the drain face (Wth 0.8m; D 0.06m). The brushwood is loosely packed and irregularly orientated. The wood is in variable condition and includes birch. The site is located in poorly humified Sphagnum peat. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-263 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (Wth 0.47m; D 0.08m) is composed of light brushwood with occasional twigs on the field surface. The pieces lie mostly in an E-W direction with occasional pieces lying at irregular angles. The brushwood forms a more coherent group towards the N of the deposit and lies at a slightly higher level in the peat. The spread of material towards the S may therefore represent a slightly earlier site. The wood is in moderate condition. A metal-cut chisel point is noted on one piece. The site is situated in moderately humified Sphagnum peat. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-264 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (Wth 1.08m; D 0.12m) is orientated NNE-SSW. It consists of a dense deposit of longitudinally laid light brushwood and twigs in opposing drain faces. Occasional pieces lie at irregular angles. No evidence for woodworking is noted. It is situated in well-humified Sphagnum peat and is overlain by moderately humified Sphagnum peat. It has been radiocarbon dated to cal. AD 1302-1472 (Beta-118029). Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-265 Structure - peatland
  Description

  An area (Wth 0.54m; D 0.18m) of irregular brushwood (diam. 0.025-0.055m) on the field surface One piece is cut to a wedge point. The site is situated in moderately humified Sphagnum peat. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-266 Structure - peatland
  Description

  An area (Wth 0.57m; D 0.18m) of light brushwood on the field surface. The pieces are loosely arranged and a common orientation is not apparent. The site has been subject to machine damage. The end of one piece has been cut to a chisel point. Wood species include birch. The site is situated in well-humified Sphagnum peat. A second area (L 0.2m; Wth 0.2m), of loosely deposited brushwood is noted 1m NE of this site. It is not certain if these sites are related. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-267 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (Wth 0.5m; D 0.05m) consists of light brushwood identified at one location on the field surface The brushwood is orientated N-S and is a single layer deep. Evidence for woodworking is confined to a toolmark at the end of an outlying peg, situated 0.45m to the E of the site. It is not certain if this peg is related to the structure. The site is situated in moderately humified Sphagnum peat in which Phragmites is also noted. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-268 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (Wth 0.95m; D 0.1m) consists of a loose distribution of light brushwood on the field surface. The brushwood is orientated irregularly but shows a tendency to lie in a NW-SE direction. Evidence for woodworking is not apparent. The presence of a peg lying at a 90° angle is suggestive of a more substantial feature than the horizontal elements would suggest. Wood species include ash. The site is situated in moderately humified Sphagnum and Eriophorum peat. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-269 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (Wth 0.51m; D 0.13m) consists of compact mixed brushwood with occasional twigs on the field surface The brushwood is up to five pieces deep and a number of outlying pieces are noted. There is no evidence for woodworking. The wood is considerably broken, most likely as a result of machine damage. Wood species include ash and hazel. The site sits in well-humified Sphagnum peat. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-270 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (Wth 0.28m; D 0.085m) is composed of light brushwood on the field surface. The brushwood is 1-2 pieces deep and is orientated N-S. Two pieces have metal-cut chisel points. Wood species include alder. The site is situated in poorly humified Sphagnum peat with occasional Phragmites. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-271 Structure - peatland
  Description

  An area (Wth 0.71m; D 0.15m) of loosely distributed, heavy brushwood on the field surface. A concentration of brushwood is noted towards the W end of the site, in which the pieces are orientated in a WNW-ENE direction. To the E of this area, a number of more irregularly placed pieces are also recorded. The wood has been subject to some machine damage and the site may represent the remnants of a more coherent structure. Toolmarks are evident on a number of pieces and three have been split. Wood species include hazel. The site is located in poorly humified Sphagnum peat. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-272 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (Wth 0.97m; D 0.175m) is orientated NW-SE and composed of mixed brushwood in opposing drain faces. The brushwood is largely orientated longitudinally. The site is more compact towards the centre where the brushwood is three pieces deep. Towards the edges, the brushwood is more dispersed and is 1-2 pieces deep. Evidence for woodworking and branch-trimming is noted on a number of pieces. Wood species include birch and alder. The site sits on moderately humified Sphagnum peat and is overlain by more poorly humified Sphagnum peat. It is located 1.7m SW of SMR OF007-273---- which is situated in the overlying peat stratum. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-273 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (Wth 0.71m; D 0.05m) is orientated WNW-ESE and is composed of a dense deposit of generally light brushwood with occasional twigs in the drain face. The brushwood lies longitudinally and is 2-3 pieces deep. A number of pieces have metal-cut toolmarks. The site lies in poorly humified Sphagnum peat. It is located 1.7m NE of SMR OF007-272---- which occurs in a slightly higher peat stratum. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-274 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A loose arrangement (Wth 0.24m; D 0.13m) of light brushwood and twigs in the drain face. The brushwood is 1-2 pieces deep and is orientated NNW-SSE. The site sits in moderately humified Sphagnum peat. The site is located 0.8m NE of SMR OF007-275----. The sites are comparable in form but their relationship has not been established. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-275 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A loose distribution of light brushwood and twigs in the drain face (Wth 0.27m; D 0.095m). The pieces are orientated NNW-SSE and are up to three pieces deep. Wood species include ash. The site is situated in moderately humified Sphagnum peat with frequent natural twigs. The site is located 0.8m SW of SMR OF007-274---- which is similar in construction. The relationship between these sites is unclear. A small scatter of brushwood pieces is also recorded 3m to the SE of this site. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-276 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (Wth 0.65m; D 0.11m) consists of a dense deposit of brushwood interspersed with twigs on the field surface The brushwood (diam. 0.045m) is predominantly orientated NNW-SSE. Toolmarks are noted on a number of pieces. The site is situated in poorly humified Sphagnum peat. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-277 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A distribution of mixed brushwood and roundwoods in the drain face (Wth 0.38m; D 0.09m). The pieces are loosely arranged but all are orientated WNW-ESE. Wood species include birch. The site lies in moderately humified Sphagnum peat. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-278 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A dispersed spread of light brushwood in opposing drain faces (Wth 1.34m; D 0.31m). A single piece lying at an angle of 75° may represent a peg but there is no evidence for a distinct structure. The brushwood is two pieces deep towards the centre of the spread. The pieces are irregularly orientated but have been disturbed by the cutting of the drain. A number of pieces show evidence for woodworking. Wood species include willow and hazel. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-279 Road - class 1 togher
  Description

  The site (L 446.29m; Wth 1.06m; D 0.2m) is orientated NE-SW and is composed of transverse and longitudinal planks and roundwoods. The structural composition of the site appears to vary along its length and is difficult to ascertain as a result of machine damage. Many pieces may have been at least partially displaced by milling. On the whole, however, the site appears to consist of longitudinal planks, often only one plank wide and deep, supported by sporadic transverse planks or roundwoods which may in turn rest upon longitudinal roundwood or plank runners to either side of the uppermost plank. Numerous pegs are also recorded as well as irregularly laid brushwood and woodchips and there is extensive evidence for woodworking with a metal tool. The site has been dendrochronologically to AD 594±9 (Q9249). Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-280 Road - class 1 togher
  Description

  The site (L 241.01m; Wth 1.29m; D 0.6m) is orientated NE-SW and consists of longitudinally laid planks, flanked either side by pegs, woodchips are irregularly scattered around the site. Further features include transverse and, less frequently, longitudinal roundwoods and heavy brushwood. Two to three planks are occasionally noted lying parallel to or overlapping each other. The pegs are composed of brushwood, light roundwoods and split timbers. The planks and woodchips are of oak. Toolmarks are noted on some of the brushwood and roundwoods. The site has been dendrochronologically to AD 596-597 (Q9251). The site crosses through poorly to moderately humified Sphagnum and Eriophorum peat with occasional ericaceous remains. SMR OF007-281---- and SMR OF007-282----, may relate to this site. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-281 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (Wth 3.55m; D 0.16m) consists of a number of well-dispersed, radially split oak planks and roundwoods and a single peg orientated NE-SW. The width of the site may indicate that some of the elements were displaced in antiquity or that more than one site is present at this point. Wood species include oak, ash and hazel. A dendrochronological date of AD 601±9 years or later (Q10041) has been returned for one of the planks. This date is consistent with a dendrochronological date from SMR OF007-280---- and it is likely that the two are related. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-282 Structure - peatland
  Description

  Two roundwoods (Wth 1m) orientated ESE-WNW and three brushwood pegs on the field surface and in opposing drain faces. The pegs run considerably deeper than the level of the longitudinal roundwood. All pieces show evidence for woodworking with a metal tool. All pieces identified are of ash. This site is possibly related to SMR OF007-280---- and SMR OF007-281----. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-283 Structure - peatland
  Description

  An area of brushwood (diam. 0.012-0.055m) on the field surface (L 1.52m; Wth 1.1m; D 0.06m). The pieces are not regularly aligned but tend to be orientated approximately NE-SW. A number of pieces lie at angles ranging from c. 20-90°. A deposit of comparable wood is located within c. 1.5m of the site and may represent disturbed material from the site. There is evidence for woodworking and branch-trimming on a number of pieces. The site may be the remnants of a more substantial structure. Wood species include alder and hazel. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-284 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (L 1.67m; Wth 0.9m; D 0.04m) is composed of predominantly light brushwood on the field surface. The pieces are regularly deposited and are largely orientated NE-SW. A small number of pieces sitting at angles of c. 50° may have functioned as pegs. Displaced pieces of wood, including some worked pieces, are noted on the field surface within a 5m radius of the site. Toolmarks are noted on two pieces within the site. Wood species include alder and hazel. The site is located in poorly humified Sphagnum peat. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-285 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A piece of worked brushwood on the field surface. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-286 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  The site (L 1.06m; Wth 0.43m; D 0.05m) consists of light brushwood on the field surface. The pieces are predominantly orientated NE-SW. A scatter of brushwood on the surrounding field surface and in the adjacent drain face may be due to the disturbance of this site by machinery. There is some evidence for woodworking. Wood species include alder. Compiled by: Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College Dublin). Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-287 Structure - peatland
  Description

  An oak roundwood (L 0.26m; diam. 0.07m) in the drain face. The piece was worked to a pencil point and was situated in moderately humified Sphagnum peat. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-288 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A post (L 0.55m min.; diam. 0.07m) on the field surface. The lower end of the piece was cut to a wedge point. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-289 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A piece of hazel brushwood (L 1m min.; diam. 0.015m) on the field surface. The piece has been fragmented by milling and is in poor condition. One end appears to have been worked and there is possible evidence for branch-trimming. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-290 Structure - peatland
  Description

  A piece of alder brushwood (L 0.81m; diam. 0.06m) on the field surface. The piece has been broken as a result of milling. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-291 Structure - peatland
  Description

  Two light roundwoods on the field surface. Both pieces had been damaged by machinery. Toolmarks were noted on both pieces and one piece appeared to show evidence for branch-trimming. Recorded by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin) in 1993. The evidence is not sufficient to warrant its acceptance as the remains of an archaeological monument. The original survey description was compiled by the Irish Archaeological Wetland Unit (University College, Dublin). Assessed and revised by: Caimin O'Brien, Paul Walsh Date of upload: 23 May 2011

• OF007-345 Road - class 3 togher
  Description

  This site is located in industrial peatlands in Castletown Bog. It was first sighted during the 2013 Reassessment Peatland Survey in an E-facing drain face 0.39m below the field surface (Whitaker 2014). On excavation in 2016 (licence 15E0188) it was classified as a N-S oriented brushwood togher, and given a date of cal. 1424-1281 BC (UBA 26651). The togher was overlain and underlain by poorly decomposed Sphagnum peat. Two cuttings were opened at this location. At the first cutting (OF-CTN002, Photo 1), measuring 2x6m, the site was composed of regularly shaped brushwood, occasionally secured in place with brushwood pegs and with occasional transverse elements. The structure ranged in width from 0.68-1.45m, and appeared to terminate just within the S baulk. The elements were closely placed and sometimes laid up to four layers deep. Several worked ends were noted, mostly chisel-points with flat single facets. Many had bark intact and showed evidence of branch trimming. The second cutting (OF-CTN002b, Photo 2) measured 3x6m and was located 17m S of the first. Here, the site was composed of closely placed NNE-oriented brushwood elements, forming a surface of 0.78-1.2m in width and terminating 4m into the cutting. The elements were in moderate to good condition. Several toolmarked ends were noted, mostly showing chisel- and wedge-pointed ends. Compiled by: Jane Whitaker/Femke Vleeshouwer Date of upload: 20th February 2020

Architectural heritage

• Post box, 1910–1950 · Regional interest
  Description

  Wall-mounted cast-iron post box, c.1930, with P & T emblem. Located in wall opposite Saint Manchin's Roman Catholic Church.

Designated sites: National Parks and Wildlife Service. Recorded monuments: Sites and Monuments Record, National Monuments Service. Buildings: National Inventory of Architectural Heritage. Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, CC BY 4.0. Works at or in relation to a recorded monument need two months' written notice to the National Monuments Service (National Monuments (Amendment) Act 1994, section 12).

Radon

About 1 in 10 homes in this area is likely to have high radon levels. Testing a home

Landslides

Susceptibility moderately low, low, low (inferred), on the 1:50,000 map.

Terrain model

LiDAR of the Office of Public Works, flown in 2011, at 2 m: tile OPW_1756 (ZIP).

Flooding

The flood maps of the Office of Public Works: floodinfo.ie.

Radon Risk Map of Ireland, Environmental Protection Agency; Landslide Susceptibility Classification, Geological Survey Ireland; both CC BY 4.0. LiDAR: contains Irish Public Sector Data (Geological Survey Ireland & the Office of Public Works) licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) licence.

No address of the register names Castlearmstrong with five sales or more. The sales of the area are on the page of Co. Offaly.

Name

Castlearmstrong · Baile an Chaisleáin

Area

2,438,811 m² (243.88 ha, 602.64 acres)

Civil parish

Lemanaghan, and its townlands

Barony

Garrycastle

Electoral division

Ballycumber, the unit of the census

Census 2022

Ballycumber electoral division: 741 people in 265 households; 82% of households own their home; 21% of homes were built since 2001; 9% of dwellings stood vacant on census night, and 0% were holiday homes.

Neighbouring townlands

Cornafurrish and Corrabeg, Killaghintober, Leabeg, Lemanaghan, Parkaree or Boherfadda, Springpark, Tumbeagh

Placenames

Castlearmstrong on logainm.ie, the Placenames Database of Ireland

Townlands, civil parishes, baronies and electoral divisions, National Statutory Boundaries, Tailte Éireann, CC BY 4.0. Census 2022, Small Area Population Statistics by electoral division, Central Statistics Office, CC BY 4.0. A townland is the smallest land division of Ireland, and the unit of a rural address; old registers such as the 1901 and 1911 censuses file it under its civil parish and barony.