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Monkstown sea-bathing village
Monkstown · townland · Cork
Below Passage lies the village of Monkstown, occasionally resorted to in summer for the benefit of sea bathing. The parish is an impropriate rectory, the property of Lords De Vesci and Longford.
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from the city in boats. Below Passage is the Tillage of Monkstown, occasionally resorted to in summer for the benefit of sea bathing.
In the village of Douglas, situate at the northeast end of Carigaline parish, which, however, belongs rather to the liberties of Cork than the district under consideration, is an extensive manufac-^ tory of sail-cloth, providing employment for about three hundred people. This business, of long establishment, and very high character for the goodness and durability of the cloth, is conducted by Mr. Besnard in a stile of correct and regular management, which does him great credit. The other works of industrious enterprise, not before specified, are bolting mills, of which this district has now no inconsiderable number, and mostly of recent erection.
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Parishes of Ross and Miroes noted for fertility
near Ross · parish · Cork
The parishes of Ross and Miros were the most distinguished for fertility along this sea coast district. The neighbourhood of Ross produced good wheat, though barley was until lately almost the only grain raised on the better soils.
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The grounds adjoining the sea coast are cultivated, end their produce disposed oL> so nearly in the same manner with those of Banyroe, that it ia unnecessary to enter into a minute acoouat frf them. The principal difference is a general inferiority of soil in (he lands, and of skill in the inhabitants of this district The parishes of Boss and Miros are the most distinguished for fertility, the other parts of the sea coast containing a large proportion of rough, rocky, and barren land. The neighbourhood of Ross produces good wheat, but barley is the principal, and till lately was almost the only grain raised upon the better soils of this part of the dis*. trict About thirty years ago, a large boulttng mill* (the first built in this barony) was erected on the estate of Riebard Townsend, Esq. at the head of Castle Townsend harbour* Wheat was then so little cultivated in the vicinity, that the proprietors supposed they should be obliged to resort to Barryroe for a supply. ' But the encouragement of a home market soon procured them an ample provision. The success of the undertaking induced others to fol- 2 Q % low
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Rare char fish in Inchigeelah lake
Inchigeelagh · townland · Cork
The lake at Inchigeelah is noted for the presence of the char, a fish of uncommon rarity in the county. Most other lakes in the area contain only eels and trouts.
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use. The general time of running up the riven it ha autumn, and winter, when the copious falls of rain afford them most facility of passage. A few run in spring, and summer, but, except in the Lee, the running of this fish is almost confined to particular seasons. This circumstance, and the peculiar quality of the Lee fish, seems to shew, that salmon do not range far from the mouth of the rivers they inhabit, and that every river has its own fish. It is probably owing to the rapid current of our rivers, that they do not produce the variety Observable in other places. Eels and trouts are found in all, pike and perch only in a few. These, with salmon, compose the whole catalogue of their contents. In one of the lakes (Inchigeelah) is found the char, a fish of uncommon rarity. Eels and trouts inhabit most of the rest.
The general character of our rivers, as has been observed, is rapidity, a circumstance as unfriendly to navigation, as it is favourable to the erection of mitts. Of this advantage a more than prudent use teems to have been made, particularly in the article of bolting mills, the number of which has greatly multiplied of late. Thirty years ago, I doubt if there were more than three of (bis description in the whole county, and they sent molt of their flour to Dublin. The number now is not easy to be counted, and Cork is the principal noarketrforttieir flcmr. The competition, however,
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Shanahan's new bridge over the north channel, Cork
Cork · city · Cork
A handsome new bridge over the north branch of the River Lee, about a quarter mile below the old one, was built by Mr. Michael Shanahan of Cork. The author credits it to his taste and skill.
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The corporation has therefore with great propriety been f<fr<ome years employed in arching over them, an improvement; to which the old town is now indebted for several of its most spacious and elegant streets. Among the later improvements is a very handsome bridge over the north branch of the river, near a quarter of a mile lower than the old one. It was built by Mr. Michael Shanahan, of Cork, and does grcfet credit to his taste and skill. There are also two additional bridges over the south branch (the staaHer of the two) one of which has been lately rebuilt, and consists of one handsome arch of hewn stone. Of the public buildings, the Exchange is the most remarkable for architectural beauty, being a neat and elegant structure, ornamented with columns of the Doric and Ionic orders, but so inconveniently placed among surrounding bouses, as to lose much of its proper effect. It was built by an Italian architect, as was also the Corti -market, a well executed building of the Tuscan order, which labours under similar inconvenience, the street in front being so narrow as hardly to admit two carriages to pass each other. The other public buildings are churches, chapels, m&tmg-honses, hospitals, &c. several of which are spacious and convenient within, but generally destitute of any thing interesting or attractive from - J fc without
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Soft black slate quarry on Whiddy Island
near Whiddy Island · island or archipelago · Cork
On Whiddy Island in Bantry Bay there is a quarry of soft black slate which imparts its colour as freely as blacklead. The section also notes the absence of any coal indication in the surrounding district.
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There are varieties of stones, ochres, and clays, found here, but I know of no metallic veins ever discovered. In the island of Whiddy is a quarry of soft black slate, which communicates that colour as freely as black-lead. There is no indication of coal. , '
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Stone circle south of Temple Brien church
Templebryan · parish · Cork · 1742
About four hundred yards south of the old church at Temple Brien is a stone circle thirty feet in diameter, with only five stones still upright. Visited by the Bishop of Clogher in 1742 and described in Smith's History of Cork, it was considered a heathen temple.
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About four hundred yards south of the old chufch, is a circle of large stones, thirty feet in diameter, five
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Whitehall, seat of Samuel Townsend, with grand bay prospect
Whitehall · townland · Cork
Whitehall, the seat of Samuel Townsend, Esq., stands on the east side of Rincolisky or Roaring Water Bay. Its upper ground commands a grand prospect from Cape Clear to Mizen Head, with ruined castles on several headlands and many islands in the bay, though its situation is unfavourable for growing trees.
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Whitehall, the seat of Samuel Towusend, Esq. stands on the east side of Rincolisky, or Roarings water-bay. It enjoys every advantage of land and water, but from the nature of its situation is unfa* vourably circumstanced for the, growth of trees. The upper part of the ground commands one of the grandest prospects to be found any where, an immense expanse of water extending from Cape Clear on one side to the Mizen-head upon the other. The depth of this great bay is proportioned to its breadtli, its shores are diversified by many jutting4 points and headlands, on several of which are ruined castles, and its ample bosom is inlaid with a great
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Youghal indebted to Boyle family's munificence
Youghal · town · Cork
Youghal was much indebted to the illustrious Boyle family, who held great possessions in the area and displayed their munificence in works of charity and utility. The Duke of Devonshire, Earl of Shannon, and Lord Ponsonby were the principal proprietors at the time of writing.
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Youghall, as well as many other places in this county, was much indebted to the illustrious family of Boyle, who had great possessions in this quarter, add displayed their usual munificence in works of charity and utility. The duke of Devonshire, who possesses so large a portion of the Burlington estate, the earl of Shannon, and Lord Ponsonby are now the principal proprietors in this quarter.
Cloyne lays claim to considerable antiquity, if the town be coeval with the cathedral, which is said to have been founded by St Colman in the sixth century. It does not, however, seem to have ever advanced beyond the rank of a populous village, having no peculiar advantages of situation, except the fertility of the adjoining grounds. It stands in the southern vale of Imokilly, about two miles west of Cork harbour, and seems to derive its principal consequence and support from the establishments of a cathedral, and the residence of a bishop. The lands of this vale are remarkably good, and the
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Ardrum, seat of the Colthurst family
Ardrum · townland · Cork
Ardrum, near Blarney, was the principal seat of the Colthurst family, with handsome grounds and flourishing plantations. The late Sir Nicholas Colthurst added many improvements to the estate, and his loss was severely felt in the neighbourhood.
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In the neighbourhood of Blarney are several handsome seats. That of Mr. Carlton's at Woodside is one of the first for beauty of situation and style of keeping. Ardruin, the principal seat of the Colthurst family, has handsome grounds, and a great deal of flourishing plantation. A long minority deprived it for many years of the advantages accruing from the proprietor's residence. The late Sir Nicholas Colthurst added much in the way of improvement, and, had he lived, would have done a great deal more. The loss of such a man was severely felt in that neighbourhood. Dripsey Castle, the seat of John Colthurst, Esq. a few miles to the west, is boldly situated on the river Pripsey. Mr. Colthurst is a judicious farmer, and 4 s 2 particularly
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Blarney's manufacturing site advantages
near Blarney · townland · Cork
Blarney was well adapted to many kinds of manufacture due to its great command of water from two nearby rivers, a populous neighbourhood, and the vicinity of a great market. The town had obtained a character for mercantile enterprise sustained over a long period despite occasional failures of individual undertakers.
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It is much to be wished, that all these praise* worthy and useful works may continue to feward the ingenuity and enterprise of the undertakers, it seems indeed probable, from the degree of activity which lias prevailed here so long, that, thof changes may occasionally take place, and individuals suffer loss and disappointment, some persons pf wealth and spirit will never be wanting to succeed to the. -vacancies, that may occur, and keep up the character, which Blarney has obtained. The great command of water, in consequence of two near fivers, a populous neighbourhood, and the vicinity of a great market, were circumstances undoubtedly sufficient to recommend the site as well adapted to many kinds- of manufacture. Time, the ultimate decider of speculating questions, appears to have sanctioned the judiciousness of the choice. In a country like this,,, where many $ie popr, many idltf, sad faw rich, mercantile enterprises experience juoreo^stractipn than those* wjucharis^/rqm situations
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Coal range north of Kanturk
Kanturk · town · Cork
A second argillaceous range parallel to the first and north of Kanturk is also found to contain coal. The coal approaches near the surface where veins are thin but widen as they descend.
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has been hitherto discovered*. The seat of the coal is in those tracts of argitlite, which have been already mentioned. One of them takes its eastern commencement in the barony of Fermoy, between Doneraile and the Blackwater, and, passing on the north side of Mallow, continues its course westward to the mountains, that form the boundary of Kerry. In this tract, and principally in the western part of it, the greatest quantity of coal has been found* Another argillaceous range parallel to this, and north of Kanturk, is also found to contain it. In some places the coal approaches very near the surface, where the veins are usually thin, but widen as they . descend. The position of the strata, which run to great distances east and west, is, as has been already observed, not horizontal, but inclined, rising towards the surface, as they go northward, and dipping or descending in the contrary direction. The coal is enclosed in a cover or case of dark ferruginous slate, some of which splits into laminse, or plates, of a size and form resembling large house slates, but apparently too brittle and tender for that use. As these argillaceous tracts abound with water,
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Commodious dwelling house on Glandore harbour
near Glandore · population centre · Cork
A large and commodious dwelling house on the harbour of Glandore was built by William Limrick, Esq., a colonel in the East India service who lately returned after a long residence in that country. It is noted as one of the most deserving new houses in West Carbery.
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There are several other seats old as well As new, in west Carbery, of which few aw sufficiently interesting to require a particular description^ A bare catalogue of pames and places can convey little information of importance, and none of enter* tainment Of the new houses, the most deserving of mention seem to be Newcourt* the seal of Becker Fleming, Esq. handsomely situated on the Wen, two miles below Skibbtfreen* and a large and commodious dwelling house on tho harbour of Glandore, built by William Limrick, Epq. <*>lofiel ia the East India service, and lately returofed after a long residence in that country, , »
In enumerating the houses of this barony, it would be improper to pass unnoticed those of the clergy, the increase of which, now unfortunately
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Conna House, formerly Ballyhooly, seat of the Hare family
Conna · town · Cork
Conna (formerly called Ballyhooly) is described as the first establishment in beauty and magnificence among later seats in the area, now the property of Richard Hare, eldest son of Lord Ennismore. The house is adorned with a reputedly first-rate collection of paintings by the best masters, selected with taste and great expense.
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water, in the neighbourhood of which are many other handsome seats. Of the later establishments, for the first in beauty and magnificence is Convaraor?, (formerly Ballyhooly) im>w the property of Riclbrd Hate, Esq. eldest son of Lord Eniusmore. This place was much and justly admired for the singular beauty of its situation, before it derived any adventitious graces from the hind pf art The add-on of a superb bouse, and grounds highly dressed and judiciously planed fully entitle it to the pre-eminence here bestowed. TEis fine mansion is not lew calculated to gratify the accomplished spectator .within than without. Lord Ennismore, and his son, are both distinguished for their skill and love of painting, and have, in consequence, profusely adorned the house with pictures of the best masters, selected with mvch taste and judgment, and procured at great expence. It is reputed to be one of the first collections in the kingdom. Lower down on the river is Craig, occupied by Colonel Stewart, brother-in-law to Mr. Hyde, whose estate it is, a remarkably beautiful situation, but on a 6n?aller scale. Chief of the old establishments is Castlebyde, the seat of John Hyde, Esq. superior \o all in the ex* tent of the grounds and the rich abundance of its timber. Much of this is native woptj, consisting clriefly of oak, great part of it full grown. This 3 x stands
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Dripsey Castle, seat of John Colthurst
Dripsey · town · Cork
Dripsey Castle, situated boldly on the river Dripsey a few miles west of Ardrum, was the seat of John Colthurst, Esq. Colthurst was noted as a judicious farmer, particularly distinguished for his skill in irrigation.
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In the neighbourhood of Blarney are several handsome seats. That of Mr. Carlton's at Woodside is one of the first for beauty of situation and style of keeping. Ardruin, the principal seat of the Colthurst family, has handsome grounds, and a great deal of flourishing plantation. A long minority deprived it for many years of the advantages accruing from the proprietor's residence. The late Sir Nicholas Colthurst added much in the way of improvement, and, had he lived, would have done a great deal more. The loss of such a man was severely felt in that neighbourhood. Dripsey Castle, the seat of John Colthurst, Esq. a few miles to the west, is boldly situated on the river Pripsey. Mr. Colthurst is a judicious farmer, and 4 s 2 particularly
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Inundated flatlands from Brinny to Ballinhassig await reclamation
near Ballinhassig · population centre · Cork
The ground between Brinny and Ballinhassig is so flat that the river cannot discharge stagnant waters effectively, causing excess inundation of valuable land. Despite producing coarse hay and summer grazing, the tract could become rich meadow-land if properly drained and banked.
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part of this is so flat, that the river, which runs through it (Awnbuy) would, were it large enough, be navigable for a considerable part of its course. Between Balinhassig and Carigaline, particularly near Ballea-castle, it is more rapid. But for this there would be very little difficulty in constructing a canal communicating with Cork harbour on the east, and reaching to the vicinity of Bandon on the west From the neighbourhood of Brinny to that of Balinhassig, a distance of some miles, the ground is so very flat as to require the concurrent aid of the different land-holders occasionally to clear the bed of the river, and enable it to discharge the stagnant waters. This, however, has never been done with sufficient efficacy to drain the lands, and prevent an excess of inundation. A great extent of valuable land remains in this quarter for the reclaiming hand of future industry. In its present state it produces a copious supply of coarse hay, and summer feeding, but is capable of much more abundant as well as more valuable produce. Were the river confined within sufficient banks, and the springs cut off by proper drains, it would form a tract of the richest meadow-land in the county, all of which might be irrigated in the winter season. The east end of this vale contains a small tract 3 z 2 of
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Lead ore at Coolmore quarry
Coolmore · townland · Cork
Pieces of lead ore were some years ago taken up in a limestone quarry at Coolmore. The nature of the vein was never examined, and the quarry has been since filled up. It was supposed to be rich.
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Iron excepted, * the district under consideration has hitherto afforded very few symptoms of mineral. Pieces of lead ore were some years ago taken up in a limestone quarry at Coolmore, but the nature of the vein was never examined, and the quarry has been since filled up. It was supposed to be rich. Our limestone is seldom combined with mineral. — Indications of lead are not unfrequent ; its usual
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Shandon church steeple, Cork
near Shandon · locality · Cork
The church of Upper Shandon on the north side of the river has a steeple of several stories gradually diminishing to the top. It stands on high ground and has a good effect as a distant object, though nothing peculiarly elegant in its structure.
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without. The cathedral is well situated, and kept in excellent order, as indeed are all the churches. It has a tower at the west end, supporting a spite of considerable height but very inelegant form'. The rest of the churches* are without any ornament of this kind, except that of upper Shandorr, on the north side of the river, the steeple of which consists of several stories, gradually diminishing to the top. It stands on high ground, and, as a distant object, has a good effect, but has nothing peculiarly pleasing or elegant in the structure. rM the inner ends of the old bridges stood the county and city goals, tinder which were the gates, which led to the town. These are to be removed, and one of them (the county goal) has been already btrilt at a little distance above the town, on the south side. A new city goal is also in contemplation, on the completion of which those old and inconvenient structures are to be taken down.
• There are many public institutions of a charitable nature, mostly dependent on voluntary contribution, and therefore more distinguished by tfte utility than the beauty of the edifices. Public amusements, such as plays, balls, and concerts, 4 t 2 Art
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The Exchange, Cork
Cork · city · Cork
The Exchange is Cork's most remarkable public building for architectural beauty, a neat and elegant structure ornamented with Doric and Ionic columns. However, it is inconveniently placed among surrounding houses, losing much of its proper effect. It was built by an Italian architect.
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The corporation has therefore with great propriety been f<fr<ome years employed in arching over them, an improvement; to which the old town is now indebted for several of its most spacious and elegant streets. Among the later improvements is a very handsome bridge over the north branch of the river, near a quarter of a mile lower than the old one. It was built by Mr. Michael Shanahan, of Cork, and does grcfet credit to his taste and skill. There are also two additional bridges over the south branch (the staaHer of the two) one of which has been lately rebuilt, and consists of one handsome arch of hewn stone. Of the public buildings, the Exchange is the most remarkable for architectural beauty, being a neat and elegant structure, ornamented with columns of the Doric and Ionic orders, but so inconveniently placed among surrounding bouses, as to lose much of its proper effect. It was built by an Italian architect, as was also the Corti -market, a well executed building of the Tuscan order, which labours under similar inconvenience, the street in front being so narrow as hardly to admit two carriages to pass each other. The other public buildings are churches, chapels, m&tmg-honses, hospitals, &c. several of which are spacious and convenient within, but generally destitute of any thing interesting or attractive from - J fc without
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White clay cliffs at Courtmacsherry
Courtmacsherry · town · Cork
Near Courtmacsherry, several clay cliffs resemble the white cliffs of Dover in appearance but contain no calcareous matter. The author considers this geological feature peculiar to this part of the Cork coast and very uncommon.
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but generally arable. In the neighbourhood of Courtmasherry are several clay cliffs, from their whiteness not unlike those near Dover, but containing no calcareous matter. This is a circumstance of very uncommon occurrence, and, I believe, peculiar to this part of the coast. The base of these, and of the district in general, is an argillaceous slate, which for the most part approaches near the surface.
The population of this barony, in which there is nothing deserving the name of a town, is very considerable. The country in general is full of scattered houses, and in some of the more fertile parts, the roads have the appearance of irregular. streets. According to Smith, it contains 52,905 English acres, and 146 plowlands. A late survey, which is deemed accurate, reduced the plowlands to 144, and the acres to 31,591. The population of East Barryroe is estimated at 10159 inhabitants, and 1 69$ houses; that of West, at 8,639 inhabitants, and 1404 houses. It is believed, however, that the actual number of both exceeds the computation, from the difficulty of obtaining a fair return, in consequence of the apprehension, entertained by the inhabitants, of its rendering them more liable to the tax duty and militia service. Even at this rateage 20 2 it
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Bandon cavalry barracks and military expansion
Bandon · town · Cork
Bandon, like most early towns, was provided with a barrack, one of the few in the quarter erected for cavalry and generally occupied by a troop of horse. Bandon later became a more extensive military station capable of accommodating a large body of forces.
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Bandon, like most other towns of early date, was. provided with a barrack, which was one of the few in this quarter erected for the reception of cavalry. It was generally occupied by a troop of horse. Of late, Bandon has become a more extensive military station, and is .now capable of accommodating si
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Castlehyde seat of John Hyde with native oak woods
Castlehyde · townland · Cork
Castlehyde, the seat of John Hyde, Esq., is noted for the extent of its grounds and rich abundance of timber, much of it native oak, full grown. The house, enlarged and modernized at great expense, sits low by the river with a natural crescent of limestone rock guarding it on the north side.
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water, in the neighbourhood of which are many other handsome seats. Of the later establishments, for the first in beauty and magnificence is Convaraor?, (formerly Ballyhooly) im>w the property of Riclbrd Hate, Esq. eldest son of Lord Eniusmore. This place was much and justly admired for the singular beauty of its situation, before it derived any adventitious graces from the hind pf art The add-on of a superb bouse, and grounds highly dressed and judiciously planed fully entitle it to the pre-eminence here bestowed. TEis fine mansion is not lew calculated to gratify the accomplished spectator .within than without. Lord Ennismore, and his son, are both distinguished for their skill and love of painting, and have, in consequence, profusely adorned the house with pictures of the best masters, selected with mvch taste and judgment, and procured at great expence. It is reputed to be one of the first collections in the kingdom. Lower down on the river is Craig, occupied by Colonel Stewart, brother-in-law to Mr. Hyde, whose estate it is, a remarkably beautiful situation, but on a 6n?aller scale. Chief of the old establishments is Castlebyde, the seat of John Hyde, Esq. superior \o all in the ex* tent of the grounds and the rich abundance of its timber. Much of this is native woptj, consisting clriefly of oak, great part of it full grown. This 3 x stands
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Charitable relief to Cork's poor and paupers
Cork · city · Cork
Cork has many charitable public institutions, mostly dependent on voluntary contribution. Independent of these, the inhabitants frequently afford relief to reduced housekeepers and paupers of every description, and the clergy of all denominations eloquently plead the cause of the fatherless and widow.
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are occasionally employed to raise money for die support of these establishments, an excellent mode Of denying profit from pleasure, and which might be rendered more productive, if more favoured by fashion. But the prevailing taste of present manners leads much less to public than to private parties. The support, however, of so many useful institutions reflects great credit on the benevolence of the inhabitants, by whom also, independent of these regular establishments, relief is frequently afforded to reduced housekeepers, and paupers of «very description. To the exertions of the clergy of all kinds, eloquently and effectually pleading the cause of the fatherless and the widow, great praise is due, as well as for their minuter attention to the wants of the necessitous.
For military purposes, now unfortunately constituting a most important object of public solicitude, two very great and expensive works have been lately erected. A Jarge barrack, capable of accommodating four regiments of infantry and a thousand horse, stands upon a very commanding eminence on the north-east side of the city. The areas are spacious, and the buildings well constructed. Its greatest inconvenience seems to be in the article of water, which is drawn from wells of gteat depth, and no very abundant supply. Abo* three
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Cork cathedral and its spire
Cork · city · Cork · 500
Cork cathedral is well situated on an eminence above the south branch of the river and kept in excellent order. It has a tower at the west end supporting a spire of considerable height but very inelegant form.
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without. The cathedral is well situated, and kept in excellent order, as indeed are all the churches. It has a tower at the west end, supporting a spite of considerable height but very inelegant form'. The rest of the churches* are without any ornament of this kind, except that of upper Shandorr, on the north side of the river, the steeple of which consists of several stories, gradually diminishing to the top. It stands on high ground, and, as a distant object, has a good effect, but has nothing peculiarly pleasing or elegant in the structure. rM the inner ends of the old bridges stood the county and city goals, tinder which were the gates, which led to the town. These are to be removed, and one of them (the county goal) has been already btrilt at a little distance above the town, on the south side. A new city goal is also in contemplation, on the completion of which those old and inconvenient structures are to be taken down.
• There are many public institutions of a charitable nature, mostly dependent on voluntary contribution, and therefore more distinguished by tfte utility than the beauty of the edifices. Public amusements, such as plays, balls, and concerts, 4 t 2 Art
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Creagh, seat of William Wrixon Becher
Creagh · townland · Cork
Creagh, pleasantly situated on the east side of the river Ilen, three miles below Skibbereen, is the seat of William Wrixon Becher, Esq. He inherited the estate from his maternal uncle and holds a divided residence between Creagh and Ballygiblin in Duhallow.
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Appertaining to the same family, are HoHybrook, the seat of Richard Becher, Esq. and Creagh, pleasantly situated on the east side of die lien, three miles below Skibbereeo, the seat of William Wrix* on Becher, Esq. Both these gentlemen peases* very considerable estates in this barony. William •W. Becher, a very accomplished young man, is eldest son and heir of William Wrixon, Eaq. of Ballygiblin, in Duhallow, between which place ami Creagh he holds a divided residence. The latter estate he inherit* from his maternal uncle. *
Whitehall, the seat of Samuel Towusend, Esq. stands on the east side of Rincolisky, or Roarings water-bay. It enjoys every advantage of land and water, but from the nature of its situation is unfa* vourably circumstanced for the, growth of trees. The upper part of the ground commands one of the grandest prospects to be found any where, an immense expanse of water extending from Cape Clear on one side to the Mizen-head upon the other. The depth of this great bay is proportioned to its breadtli, its shores are diversified by many jutting4 points and headlands, on several of which are ruined castles, and its ample bosom is inlaid with a great
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Dromore, seat of the Newman family on the Blackwater
Dromore · townland · Cork
Dromore, one of the principal seats on the south side of the Blackwater, belonged to the Newman family and occupied an elevated position with a commanding view of the river grounds for some miles. Its charms had been greatly enhanced by the taste and assiduity of its owner.
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ness of its scenery, are several handsome seats, the principal of which ar£ Dromore and Newbery, those of the Newman family. The latter belonging to Charles Newman, Esq. by the fullness of its plantations adds much to the general beauty of the prospect, but. is itself too low and flat to derive much advantage from the seats, that surround it. The same may be said of Millfort, the seat of Richard Foot, Esq. and some others situated lower d9wn on the verdant banks of the Blackwater. The more elevated situation of Dromore, besides its own peculiar cWms, which have been greatly enhanced by the taste and assiduity of its worthy owner, enjoys a commanding view of the grounds on either side of the river, for a distance of some miles.
On the north side of the Blackwater, Longueville, the seat of John Longfield, Esq. possessing a similar advantage of situation, surveys nearly the same objects from an opposite point of view. Considered in itself without reference to externals, Longueville is also a fine place, the demesne extensive, fully planted, well hedged and inclosed, and as a farm in a state of good cultivation. In proceeding northwards, a little beyond Lohort-castle, which has been already mentioned, is Ballygiblin, the seat of William Wrixon, Esq. on which the hand of judicious improvement has, within the last twenty-five years,
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Iniscarra glebe on the river Lee
near Iniscarra · street · Waterford
The rector of Iniscarra, Mr. Beresford, resided on the glebe of that parish, charmingly situated between two romantic hills on the river Lee, just above its junction with the Bride. The natural beauties of the place were heightened by the residence of so respectable an incumbent.
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particularly distinguished for his skill in irrtgatieo, bow beginAi&g to be practised in many parts of Muskerry. Not far from Ardrum* Mr. Beresford, rector of Iniscarra, resides on the glebe of that parish, charmingly situated, between t&Vo romaatk bills, on the rirer Lee, a little abere Us junction with the Bride. The natural beauties of the place hare been much heightened and imprftred by the residence of so respectable an incumbent*
Among the seats of this neighbourhood Dawa» Yown, about two miles north-west of. Blarney} is justly entitled to particular notice for the size and beauty of some of its timber. This place, the festale of Mr. Pudand* who has a large property id the county, has been for a great number of years in the occupancy of the Daw family. Qeetgfe Garis* Esq. the present possessor* is a genttatofcn long distinguished for his attachment to agricultural pursuits, in which he engaged at an early age, and has continued with unabatiog soUckud*. The situation of Dawstown is high, the soil argillaceous, deep* and inclining to tnoist. The aspect declines gently to the eait. The latter circumstances are peculiarly favourable to the growth of most forest trees in this climate ; and I hare Observed that, where shelter can be obtained, as is. the case here m
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Kerry inhabitants' jealousy of strangers
Kerry · county · Kerry
The people of Kerry are described as viewing strangers with extreme jealousy, to the point that admitting one is considered dangerous. This is noted as a marked difference between the inhabitants of Kerry and Cork.
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poorly people*, in every tone, of the word, the mbabttants being very inferior ia skHl and industry, and having much land to spare* But 'the Kerrymea are said to view a stranger with so much jealousy as to Tender his admission a service of danger. There seems to he a very marked difference between the inhabitants of those counties. * Few, even among the more intelligent (aimers, seem to be aware
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Limestone terminates at Carrigaline Bridge
Carrigaline · town · Cork
A small tract of limestone-land in the east end of the vale appears to be a continuation of that passing through the south side of Imokilly. It terminates near Carrigaline Bridge, beyond which no limestone is found in any direction to the west or south.
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of limestone-land, which appears to be a continuation of that, which passes through the south aide of Imokilly. It terminates near Carigaline-bridge, beyond which, neither in a western direction, nor to the south side of this line, is any limestone found. It seems a remarkable circumstance that, the southern part of the county containing so many deep vales, the situations, in which limestone commonly appears, should possess no portion of calcareous rock. The contiguity of an ocean, abounding with fit matter for its production, would naturally lead one to expect a more than ordinary share, especially as we find in the composition of the interior limestone so large a contribution from its. stores. In the neighbourhood of Doneraile, marble has been found almost entirely composed of cockles, a fish of great abundance on the southern coast, and, I believe, every calcareous tract exhibits vestiges of this shell more or less. It seems, therefore, not a little extraordinary, that so great an extent of coast should be altogether destitute of limestone. I have observed another singular circumstance, respecting the limestone of this county, less imputable, however, to natural than accidental causes. It is found only in contiguity with redstone. Where the grey- Stone district begins, the limestone disappears. Tlie
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Lord Mountcashel's demesne at Kilworth
Kilworth · townland · Cork
Adjoining Kilworth on the south side is a large house and fine demesne belonging to Lord Mountcashel, watered by the Funcheon river. The demesne possesses great natural advantages with limestone rocks, and the noble proprietors have assiduously improved the situation.
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The towns of the barony of Condon and Clangibbon's, which joins Fermoy on the east side, are Mitchelstown and Kilworth. The latter is a small and poor town, formerly a resting place for travel- ' lers between Cork and Dublin, but now hardly re* sorted to by any but common carriers, in consequence of the superior accommodations of Fermoy. Ac^oining it on the south side, is a large house and very fine demesne of Lord MountcashePs, watered by the Funcheon, which here assumes a very re spectable size. This river, like the Black water, flows in many parts of its course under a range of limestone rocks, various and romantic in their form, and, where wooded, extremely beautiful. The demesne under consideration possesses great advantages of this nature, and the taste of its noble possessors has been assiduously directed to the improvement of so happy a situation. A little below the junction of the Funcheon and Blackwater, and
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New Bandon-Cork road and stone discovery at Kilpatrick
Kilpatrick · townland · Cork
A new road line was laid out between Bandon and Kilpatrick under the Duke of Devonshire's agent due to the steep hills. While cutting through a hill west of Kilpatrick for this new road, two uncommon types of stone were discovered.
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Though a large proportion of this barony is coarse and rough, there are some places of a very different character. As far as it it is watered by the river Bandon, the land on each side is generally fertile and often beautiful. At a little distance from thk, on the north side, is a narrow tract of low land, some of which appears to be of very good quality. As this seems to be a condonation* with some interruptions, of the vale running from Cangaline westward through Ballinhassig, Riggsdale, and Anagb, I have sometimes thought limestone; might be expected, upon sinking pretty deep.— The grounds iu many places, particularly at Anagb* and about Kilpatrick, have something of the look of limestone land, which they nearly equal in verdure and fertility. The road from Bandon to Cork, on the north side of the river, being difficult to pass frpm the number and steepness of the hiUs, particularly between. Bandon and Kilpatrick, a new line has been lately laid out under the direction of the Duke of Devonshire's agent, all that part of the country being the estate of his grace. In cutting through the side of a hill, a little to the westward of Kilpatrick, two uncommon kinds of stone were discovered, contiguous to each other. One is a
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Nursery at Castlemartyr
Castlemartyr · townland · Cork
A very good nursery for young trees exists at Castlemartyr, supplementing the numerous nurseries at Cork. The demand for young trees is considerable, with gentlemen being the chief purchasers.
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A few instances excepted, the usual defects are observable in tiie farmer's domestic establishment. Mud walls, thatched roofs, and ill planned uncomfortable houses are mostly seen. The advantage of ^ a proper farm-yard and offices is equally rare. Though, from the number of gentlemen** demesnes and handsome seats, a good deal of local plantation appears, all tracts of common farm land exhibit the usual display of bare unsheltered nakedness. Nature, however, affords to most parts of tlie district every encouragement the planter can desire. The summits of lulls, particularly those adjoining the ocean on the south side, seem to be the only situations of a forbidding nature. Farther in, and more especially on the low limestone tracts, trees of all kinds abundantly flourish: Proper encouragement alone is wanting, and attended with less difficulty here than in many other parts of the county, as, besides the numerous nurseries at Cork, there is a very good one at Castlemartyr. The demand for young trees is at present very considerable in all, but the chief purchasers are gentlemen. Many parts am well situated for orchards, of which there are several, particularly in the parish of Killeagh where very good cider is made.
The state of the common labourer differs litt!o« from that, which fcas been so often described In
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Poor housing conditions in Imokilly
Imokilly · barony · Cork
The farmers' domestic establishments in Imokilly mostly consist of mud walls, thatched roofs, and ill-planned uncomfortable houses. Proper farm-yards and offices are equally rare among the lower classes.
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A few instances excepted, the usual defects are observable in tiie farmer's domestic establishment. Mud walls, thatched roofs, and ill planned uncomfortable houses are mostly seen. The advantage of ^ a proper farm-yard and offices is equally rare. Though, from the number of gentlemen** demesnes and handsome seats, a good deal of local plantation appears, all tracts of common farm land exhibit the usual display of bare unsheltered nakedness. Nature, however, affords to most parts of tlie district every encouragement the planter can desire. The summits of lulls, particularly those adjoining the ocean on the south side, seem to be the only situations of a forbidding nature. Farther in, and more especially on the low limestone tracts, trees of all kinds abundantly flourish: Proper encouragement alone is wanting, and attended with less difficulty here than in many other parts of the county, as, besides the numerous nurseries at Cork, there is a very good one at Castlemartyr. The demand for young trees is at present very considerable in all, but the chief purchasers are gentlemen. Many parts am well situated for orchards, of which there are several, particularly in the parish of Killeagh where very good cider is made.
The state of the common labourer differs litt!o« from that, which fcas been so often described In
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Seasonal migration for potato digging
Clear Island · island or archipelago · Cork
During the potato-digging season, inhabitants of Cape Clear Island migrate to the eastern parts of County Cork for employment. Similar seasonal labour migration occurs from all parts of West Carbery, and from Bear and Bantry.
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• In the season of digging potatoes, several of the inhabitants migrate to the eastern parts of the county for employment. They travel tor the same purpose, more or tes, from all parts of wast Carbery, and from Bear and Bantry.
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Slaty limestone near Leap producing chocolate-coloured lime
Leap · town · Cork
Near Leap, a limestone of slaty appearance produces a chocolate-coloured lime. The vein supplying this stone is very inconsiderable, and many difficulties were encountered in attempts to calcine it into lime by combustion.
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N. B. The greater variety of substances, contained in the ' second last article/ rendered it expedient to vary the process, of which, however, it doe9 not seem necessary to give the detailed account The rein, that supplies this stone, is very inconsiderable, and many difficulties have occurred in the attempts to calcine it into lime by combustion." • "*
Though the foregoing table does riot comprize all the sands used for manure on the south coast, it contains enough to direct the general judgment, as
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Bantry Bay enclosed by siliceous grit ridge
near Bantry Bay · bay · Cork
The highest hills of the county form the principal ridge enclosing Bantry Bay on its north side, consisting chiefly of immense masses of siliceous grit. Iron ore appears throughout these western mountain districts.
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2dly. The mountain districts. These are principally on the west side of the county, besides which there are two extensive ranges inclosing the great calcareous vale on the north side of the Blackwater. The northern range contains, with red argillite, siliceous breccia, none of which I believe is to be found on the south side of this line, either in the county of Cork or the still loftier mountains of Kerry. The stone of our highest hills, of which the principal ridge incloses Bantry Bay op the north side, consists chiefly of immense masses of siliceous grit. The secondary hills contain a coarse slaty argillite with veins of grit intermixed. The eastern mountains have generally a thick covering of clay mixed with small stones. Those of the west are more bare and rocky. Iron ore appears more or less in all ; I have not heard of their discovering any other. Heath and sedgy grass are their chief produce.
3dly. The brown or red stone district, which is found to occupy all the northern side of the county, that is not calcareous. In travelling northwards from the sea, this stone first occurs on the south side of the calcareous tract, in which the city of Cork stands. The breadth of it here may be about a mile ; the longitudinal extent is very great, as it accompanies
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Barleyfield: new seat of Robert Sealy near Kilbrittain
Barleyfield · townland · Cork
Barleyfield, the seat of Robert Sealy Esq., lies a little to the east of Kilbrittain. The house was built a few years since by the present possessor and is large and commodious, with a well-laid-out demesne adorned with flourishing plantation.
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A little to the east of Kilbritain is Barieyfield, tfie seat of Robert Sealy, Esq. The house, built a few years since by the present possessor, is larga and commodious, the demesne well laid out and adorned with a good deal of flourishing plantation. There are other gentlemen's seats in this part of the barony, which it is less necessary to particularize.
On the northern quarter, the principal places, deserving to be mentioned, are Conorville and Palace Anne. The former, when occupied by the late Roger Connor, Esq. who for many years supported a stile of expensive hospitality, contained a spacious mansion-bouse, with an ample range of complete and appropriate offices. It has since suffered faqch dilapidation, and is at present possessed by
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Boggeragh Mountains between Lee and Blackwater
near Boggeragh Mountains · mountain or mountain range · Cork
The Boggeragh Mountains, located between the rivers Lee and Blackwater, are described as a high and barren tract with a deep boggy surface that spreads out over a large area rather than rising into sharp summits.
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petually crossing hills* whereas in travelling from east to west they meet much less interruption from acclivity, and might by judicious direction avoid it altogether. The principal deviation frota general character is to be found in the Boggra mountains, a high and barren tract situate between the rivers Lee and Blaokwater. These extend to a considerable distance in every direction, not rising into sharp or narrdw summits like most others, but spreading out into -an ample area of deep boggy surface. The longitudinal ranges of our high lands are so often intersected by glens and gullies, that even in going from North to South many of the steep bills, now so much complained of by travellers, might be "avoided. Through these glens rivulets seek a passage to the lower grounds, and, flowing usually with a rapid descent, form after heavy trains manylittle cascades and waterfalls*
The limestone rocks run in the same general direction of east and west, and are hardly ever found in very elevated situations. The stone is remarkable for the purity of its calcareous produce, very little other matter entering into composition with it. Unlike that of Derbyshire, which the mining labour of two thousand years has not yet exhausted of its lead, it rarely exhibits any kind of metallic mixture. In the character of marble it seems entitled to more regard than it has hitherto obtained,
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Carey'sville: commanding seat of Peter Carey
Careysville · townland · Cork
Carey'sville, the seat of Peter Carey, Esq., stands on the south side of the Blackwater below the junction of the Funcheon and Blackwater. It occupies one of the boldest and most commanding situations the river affords.
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on the south side of the latter, stands Carey'tf* ville, the seat of Peter Carey, Esq. one of tlie boldest and most commanding situations it affords. Higher up on the Funcheon, near the mills already mentioned, Mr. Aldworth built a house, called Rockmill lodge. In this the dry rot, complained of in some other places, has made its appearance in a manner calculated to raise some apprehension of more general injury. The house stands upon a limestone base, a situation by no means likely to encourage the admission of so pernicious a visitant. The whole of the staircase, and the floors of one or two rooms, have been reduced to a soft spungy substance, and what seems most remarkable is, that the part adjoining the back of a chimney experienced the most rapid decay. This is an alarming circumstance, and deserves to be made as public as possible, in the hope of discovering some effectual remedy. It has been said, that washing with a solution of hot lime will prevent it Mr. Aldworth's care was to replace the damaged timber. I owe this communication to the Rev. Dr. Robert Austen, rector of Castletown-roche, to whom I ' have to acknowledge much obligation for the pains he has taken to procure me information of every kind respecting this quarter, and among the rest
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Cork City population and Liberties extent
Cork · city · Cork
The population of Cork city is computed at approximately 80,000 souls. The Liberties, or county of the city, extend from three to four miles in most directions, containing about 23,713 plantation-measure stores according to Smith, with rapid advances in population and improvement throughout.
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The population of this city is computed to aiftbafit to 80,000 souls.
The Liberties, or the county of thd city, are veryconsiderable, extending from three to fouf miles id most directions. The number of stores are, according to Smith, 23713 — plantation measure. In alt parts of this circuit population and improvement have made rapid advances, more particularly along the sides of the river, affording so many inviting situations to the possessors of wealth and taste. Many of thes6 are now adorned with tery neat well buift houses, the far greater part of which have been erected within the last twenty years. The great value of ground necessarily reduces their demesnes to a small compass, so that, though there are many pretty, there are hardly any fine places. The general effect, from such a number df Villas,, is lively sad
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Dunmore mine in Barryroe yields calcareous shistus
Barryroe · townland · Cork
Mr. Came, undertaker of the Dunmore mine in Barryroe, lately discovered a narrow vein of calcareous shistus producing a dark-coloured lime. The discovery does not appear likely to prove commercially significant.
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mentioned Mr. Came, undertaker of the Dunmore mine in Barryroe, lately discovered a narrow rein of calcareous shistus, which produces a dark* coloured lime. It does not seem likely to turn to much account. I found a sn&all vein of the same kind among the cliffs at Courtmasherry.
To many parts of this barony nature has been sufficiently prodigal of wild and romantic beauties, in many places much impaired • by the destruction or diminution of the native woods. The scenery about the Leap at the bead of Glandore harbour, where a good deal of timber still remains, is extremely beautiful. The Hen in its very winding course from Skibbereen to Baltimore, notwithstanding the general nakedness of its shores, exhibits a great dale of agreeable and striking variety. One of the most remarkable places, which wants nothing but wood to render it as beautiful as it is singular, is a salt-water lake about three miles south-west of Skibbereen, called Loughhine. It is surrounded by hills of different forms and heights, one of which, more steep and lofty than the rest, adds much grandeur to the scene. Near the middle is a small island, rendered more picturesque by the ruins of an old building. Thehills encircle it so closely as to hide all appearance of communication with its source. The outlet, which is at a considerable dis-
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Kinsale classical school endowed by Lord De Clifford
Kinsale · town · Cork
A classical school at Kinsale, under the auspices of Lord De Clifford and the corporation, is led by the Rev. John Stewart. The endowment is of long standing, established by the ancestors of Lord De Clifford, with the corporation having lately added to the emoluments.
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* This is not a new but a renewed school. The endowment is of long standing, having been established by the ancestors of Lord Da Clifford, and often well kept. The coiporation has lately added t» the emoluments.
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Lady Kingston's mansion and demesne at Mitchelstown
Mitchelstown · townland · Cork
The mansion house at Mitchelstown, belonging to Lady Kingston, was described as a large and magnificent building with beautiful pleasure grounds and gardens. The demesne enclosed thirteen hundred English acres within a wall ten feet high.
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The mansion house at Mitchelstown belonging to Lady Kingston is a large and magnificent building, worthy of its noble possessor. The pleasure ground and gardens beautiful and extensive. This fine and highly improved demesne contains no less than thirteen hundred acres, English measure, enclosed with a capital wall ten feet high.
The
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Longueville, seat of John Longfield north of the Blackwater
Longueville · townland · Cork
Longueville, the seat of John Longfield, Esq., on the north side of the Blackwater, possessed an elevated situation surveying nearly the same objects as Dromore from an opposite point of view. The demesne was extensive, fully planted, well hedged and inclosed, and maintained as a farm in good cultivation.
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On the north side of the Blackwater, Longueville, the seat of John Longfield, Esq. possessing a similar advantage of situation, surveys nearly the same objects from an opposite point of view. Considered in itself without reference to externals, Longueville is also a fine place, the demesne extensive, fully planted, well hedged and inclosed, and as a farm in a state of good cultivation. In proceeding northwards, a little beyond Lohort-castle, which has been already mentioned, is Ballygiblin, the seat of William Wrixon, Esq. on which the hand of judicious improvement has, within the last twenty-five years,
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Native woodland along the Blackwater in Barrymore
near River Blackwater · river · Cork
The most copious native timber grows on the Barrymore side of the Blackwater, though it technically falls outside the district being discussed. It primarily benefits the area of Fermoy.
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On die common farm lands- of this district, the usual want of timber and living fences is generally observable. The smaller demesnes are, for the most part, furnished with trees and orchards, and the large ones profusely adorned with flourishing . plantation. There is also a very considerable quantity of native wood, little of which, comparatively, stands upon the calcareous tract. It is chiefly found on the sides of the hills adjoining the limestone, along its eastern and southern boundaries. The timber of the latter, indeed, which is the most copious, growing on the Barrymore side of the JMackwater, does not properly belong to this district ; however, as the proprietors for the most part do, and as both in use and ornament Fennoy
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New gentleman's seats on the Blackwater: Clifford and Carrigacunna
Carrigacunna · townland · Cork
Several new gentleman's seats grace the banks of the Blackwater between Mallow and Fermoy, including Clifford, the seat of Richard Martin Esq., and Carrigacuine, that of Richard Foot Esq. Clifford is richly planted while Carrigacuine enjoys a remarkably fine situation.
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grwt variety of bold* and beautiful forms. Qii many of these, appropriate situations for strength anil security, appear the ruins of castles, which, happily no longer necessary for habitation, serve only to adorn the prospect. Situations so inviting have naturally induced many gentlemen, of fortune to reside on its banks, from whose improvement the native beaotie* of the country have derived' inatierial addition. Among these, some of the principal deserve to be particularly mentioned; The new seats are, Clifford, the seat of Richard Martin, Esq. and Carrigacuine, that of Richard Foot, Esq. the fcaner riclily planted, the situation of the. latter remarkably fine. Bridgtowo, the seat of Johsv Maosergh* Esq, hut now: occupied by the Rev. Thomas H^are, curate oft the parish, of Castletown - Roche. Renny, the seat of. the Rev. Ch*i*»pker Watfis, granny situated or obe of the rocks overbanging the Biackwafter, and highly planted ■ and improved by it? pftmtt Qwner- Ca«ele WidwhjWIfe . ttaff Qbajje* ¥fi4e^h»H^ E*q> deUgte&tty #»- afedt nw? Mve $9&fl#ertqe;of tte Awt>«g auA 81^-f
•' a^ne of tffe awst sifcgttfer it KHIamUane roctr, weaf naif wdf ! fetsseen, MaHuw vtf Fennojr. It bangs. ot*b tip £tac^»afe^; mfyci) , has onderworn it in tuch a manner, that from tome points of view it seem* absolutely pfcftdnlou* limestone reck* various and unequal in the lolidity of their text ore, derive great irregularities of form from the constant attrition of water. This it curiously exesapli- •ed in numberless instances at KiHamey.
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Polled cattle breed at Castlemartyr from Marquis of Townshend
Castlemartyr · townland · Cork
Castlemartyr maintained a large and handsome breed of polled cows procured some years earlier from the late Marquis of Townshend. Lord Shannon also kept Leicester and North Devon milch cows, favouring the Leicester as the best milkers.
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kind, finds them improving. He has one now, that gives eight pottles per day, and several, that exceed six. There is also at Castlemartyr a large and
. handsome breed of polled cows, procured some years ago from the late marquis of Townshend.
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Rostellan, most beautiful seat in Imokilly
Rostellan · townland · Cork
Rostellan, on the harbour of Cork, was considered the most beautiful place in Imokilly, commanding a noble view of the harbour which formed its western boundary. It was the seat of the Marquis of Thomond, a resident proprietor.
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A little to the west of Cloyne is Castleraary, the residence of Lord Longueville, a fine and extensive demesne, inclosing much variety of ground, and large plantations. Beyond this on the harbour of Cork stands RostelIan,in point of situation the most beautiful place in Imokilly, as with the advantage of rich, extensive, and well planted grounds, it commands a noble view of the harbour of Cork, which forms its western boundary. It is the seat of the marquis of Tbomond, and now enjoys the happiness of a resident proprietor. In this respect Imokilly is comparatively fortunate, as well as in the regards paid by its great landed proprietors to the encouragement of agriculture, as well by their countenance and support of the art in others, as by their own practice and example. t
At no great distance from Rostellan, and near the entrance of .the harbour is Corkbeg, the seat of Robert Uniacke Fitzgerald, Esq. a gentleman long and eminently distinguished among the agriculturists of this county for superior knowledge, and judicious as well as successful practice. Mr. Fitzgerald adopts what is commonly known by the name of Norfolk husbandry, and which, with some occasional changes in the rotation, appears to be the mode most consonant
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Tide flows from Courtmacsherry harbour to Timoleague
Timoleague · town · Cork
The tide from the harbour of Courtmasherry flows over a large strand up to the town of Timoleague. This geographical feature is noted as part of the description of the Courtmasherry demesne's situation.
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me with his villa at Courtmasherry, consisting of a house, and upwards of a hundred acres including this woods, a roost acceptable acquisition to one wholly unprovided with house or land. The gift was still further enhanced by the uncommon beauty of the situation, on, which the taste and judgment of its noble proprietor had conferred additional graces. The demesne consists of a projection of land, elevated but not high, washed on one side by the bay, on the other by the harbour of Courtma* sherry, from which the tide flows over a large strand up ta the town of Timoleague. Near the point of the peninsula his lordship had erected a handsome octagonal building, commanding a most extensive view of the river and country on one side, and of the bay of Courtmasherry and the ocean on -the other. In this delightful retreat, which professional as well as domestic considerations have since induced me to leave, I passed many happy years. I had there the first opportunity of practising on a small scale, but sufficiently suited to my situation, an art, which, even in theory, had always been productive of entertainment. Without introducing new or expensive implements, as one of ray objects was to shew the people that important improvements were attainable without cost or parade, I commenced my innovations. For the slow and
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Unreclaimed moorlands west of Kanturk
Kanturk · town · Cork
The moorlands west of Kanturk were largely unreclaimed and proportionately lower in value than the better-quality lands on the east side of the district, though improvement was advancing towards these ruder quarters.
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The size of farms varies from fifty to one-hundred acres, according to the quality of the land, and the preference of pasture or tillage, the latter of which has increased considerably of late, in consequence of increased population. Thirty years ago all the gentlemen of this, and the adjoining baronies on the north-east quarter, held large tracts of land under die grazing system Thfr mode is now changed, and they retain only demesnes of moderate size, which are much better dressed and cultivated than heretofore. The remaining lands are occupied by farmers, who on large farms combine pasture and tillage. Estates have hereby risen greatly ih value, land now letting from two guineas to three pounds per Irish acre. This iB to be understood only as referring to those of better quality on the east side of the district, the moorlands west of Kanturk, a great part of which is yet unreclaimed, as well as in some other places, being proportionably low^r. Improvement, however, is advancing towards the ruder quarters in this, as well as in all
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Courtmacsherry harbour as wheat export point
Courtmacsherry · town · Cork
Wheat from the surrounding agricultural district was annually purchased on commission and shipped from Courtmacsherry harbour to Cork. The harbour served as a key export point connecting local farmers to the larger Cork market.
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The produce of corn is fully proportionate to that of potatoes. In and near this little district there are now no less than nine bolting mills, most of them upon a pretty large scale, and easify capable of manufacturing yearly from three to four thou* sand barrels of wheat each. A considerable part of their supply is the growth of this district Barley is cultivated in pretty nearly the same proportion as wheat, each taking the lead occasionally, as the quantum of price influences the views of the farmer. The greatest part of the barley is bought up on commission for the Cork market ; the rest goes to Bandon and Clogbmkilty, in which towns there, are now extensive breweries. Of wheat also a very large quantity is annually purchased on commission, and shipped for Cork, at the harbours of Ringe and Courtma§herry. Sometimes, but of late less frequently, it has been sent to more distant markets. The oats raised here, barely suffice for internal
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Ballygiblin, seat of William Wrixon near Lohort Castle
Ballygiblin · townland · Cork
Ballygiblin, the seat of William Wrixon, Esq., lay a little north of Lohort Castle and had been improved by judicious investment over the preceding twenty-five years. The text indicates ongoing improvement works at the time of writing.
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On the north side of the Blackwater, Longueville, the seat of John Longfield, Esq. possessing a similar advantage of situation, surveys nearly the same objects from an opposite point of view. Considered in itself without reference to externals, Longueville is also a fine place, the demesne extensive, fully planted, well hedged and inclosed, and as a farm in a state of good cultivation. In proceeding northwards, a little beyond Lohort-castle, which has been already mentioned, is Ballygiblin, the seat of William Wrixon, Esq. on which the hand of judicious improvement has, within the last twenty-five years,
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Bandon housing and population in 1807
Bandon · town · Cork · 1807
In 1807 Bandon contained 1,765 houses, and at an average of eight persons per house its population was computed at 14,120 inhabitants. This made Bandon the second-largest town in the county after Cork.
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BandQn, in 1807, contained 1765 houses, making, at eight to a house, which at a computation of a certain number of booses in different streets was found to afford a just average, 14120 inhabitants.
Skibbereen contains 624 houses. As most of the bouses are small, eight seems a full allowance for for each. Its inhabitants may therefore be computed at 4992.
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Bandon's weekly markets and fairs
Bandon · town · Cork
Bandon holds two weekly markets, on Wednesdays on the north side and Saturdays on the south side. Saturday's market is one of the largest in the county and notably cheaper than Cork or Kinsale, with butcher's meat often two pence per pound less. The town also has three good fairs.
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Here are two weekly markets, on Wednesdays and Saturdays, the former on the north, the latter on the south side of the town. , Saturday's market is by far the best, and one of the largcpt in the county. It is also one of the most reasonable,
butcher's
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Boyle family of Castlemartyr, patrons of County Cork
Castlemartyr · townland · Cork
The dedication identifies the noble house of Castlemartyr as the seat of the Boyle family, long honoured for virtues and distinguished for zealous attachment to the interests of County Cork. The author acknowledges deep obligations to the Lord of Castlemartyr and his excellent father.
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the interests of this great county, justly enjoys the first place in the respect and affections of its inhabitants. ^Public as well as private considerations therefore direct me to your Lordship as the pfoperest protector of an undertaking, the object of \irhich is to promote their welfare. I have only to fear, that the work offered is unworthy the patronage it has been permitted to claim. The assistance, so liberally imparted hy many respectable and intelligent friends, allows me to entertain a hope of having contributed something to the stock of Useful information, though perhaps too little to justify the presumption of the present address. Whatever may be its fate with the public, my own gratification is most highly consulted in the opportunity hgrb given of acknowledging the many and great obligations I owe to the noble house of Castlemartyr. To yoar Lord*
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Calcareous shistus vein in cliffs at Courtmacsherry
Courtmacsherry · town · Cork
A small vein of calcareous shistus, similar to that found at the Dunmore mine in Barryroe, was discovered among the cliffs at Courtmacsherry. The find was noted but not considered significant.
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mentioned Mr. Came, undertaker of the Dunmore mine in Barryroe, lately discovered a narrow rein of calcareous shistus, which produces a dark* coloured lime. It does not seem likely to turn to much account. I found a sn&all vein of the same kind among the cliffs at Courtmasherry.
To many parts of this barony nature has been sufficiently prodigal of wild and romantic beauties, in many places much impaired • by the destruction or diminution of the native woods. The scenery about the Leap at the bead of Glandore harbour, where a good deal of timber still remains, is extremely beautiful. The Hen in its very winding course from Skibbereen to Baltimore, notwithstanding the general nakedness of its shores, exhibits a great dale of agreeable and striking variety. One of the most remarkable places, which wants nothing but wood to render it as beautiful as it is singular, is a salt-water lake about three miles south-west of Skibbereen, called Loughhine. It is surrounded by hills of different forms and heights, one of which, more steep and lofty than the rest, adds much grandeur to the scene. Near the middle is a small island, rendered more picturesque by the ruins of an old building. Thehills encircle it so closely as to hide all appearance of communication with its source. The outlet, which is at a considerable dis-
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Castlemartyr a borough before the Union
Castlemartyr · townland · Cork
Castlemartyr, like Midleton, was a borough before the Union, having lost its parliamentary representation. Youghal continued to send one member to the United Parliament.
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summer visitants, and the circumstance of a mail coach to Cork adds much $o the facility of intercourse. The town was incorporated at an early date by, Edward the fourth, . through the interest of die great earl of Desmond, sp called from those vast possessions, -of which the family were subse- - quently deprived by their turbulence. It received charters also from succeeding sovereigns, the last of which is from James the first, who confirmed some and added other privileges. The corporation has since consisted of mayor, burgesses, and commonalty. It sends one mjeipber to the United Parliament. Middle ton and Castlemartyr were also boroughs before the Union. Among occurrences apparently trivial, but rendered memorable by succeeding utility, is the honour it claims of having produced die first potatoes grown in Ireland. They* were brought over from Virginia by the celebrated Sir Walter Raleigh, who passed some time in this neighbourhood, and experienced from the earl of Cork such a measure of generous assistance and hospitable reception as called forth his most grater ful acknowledgments. The person who first planted the potatoes, taking the seed or apple for the es* culent part, was much disappointed, it is said, at the result of his experiment. The roots, however, being
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Castlemartyr corporation and town
Castlemartyr · townland · Cork · 1663
Castlemartyr, four miles east of Middleton, was a neat and well-built town, more remarkable for the respectability than the number of its inhabitants. It was erected into a corporation in 1663 through the interest of the first Earl of Orrery, who and his heirs held the power of nominating to the principal offices.
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Castlemartyr, four miles east of Middleton, a very
neat and well built town, is more remarkable for the
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Castlemary, Lord Longueville's demesne near Cloyne
Castlemary · townland · Cork
A little west of Cloyne stood Castlemary, the residence of Lord Longueville, described as a fine and extensive demesne enclosing much variety of ground and large plantations.
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A little to the west of Cloyne is Castleraary, the residence of Lord Longueville, a fine and extensive demesne, inclosing much variety of ground, and large plantations. Beyond this on the harbour of Cork stands RostelIan,in point of situation the most beautiful place in Imokilly, as with the advantage of rich, extensive, and well planted grounds, it commands a noble view of the harbour of Cork, which forms its western boundary. It is the seat of the marquis of Tbomond, and now enjoys the happiness of a resident proprietor. In this respect Imokilly is comparatively fortunate, as well as in the regards paid by its great landed proprietors to the encouragement of agriculture, as well by their countenance and support of the art in others, as by their own practice and example. t
At no great distance from Rostellan, and near the entrance of .the harbour is Corkbeg, the seat of Robert Uniacke Fitzgerald, Esq. a gentleman long and eminently distinguished among the agriculturists of this county for superior knowledge, and judicious as well as successful practice. Mr. Fitzgerald adopts what is commonly known by the name of Norfolk husbandry, and which, with some occasional changes in the rotation, appears to be the mode most consonant
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Doneraile village and Lord Doneraile's demesne
Doneraile · townland · Cork
Doneraile, six miles north-east of Mallow, is a neat and regular village of one spacious street with several good houses and a pretty church surrounded by lofty trees. Its great ornament is Lord Doneraile's park and demesne, through which the Awbeg river winds, and whose verdant lawns, soft swelling hills, and luxuriant woodland scenery make it almost without a rival.
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Doneraile, six miles N.E. from Mallow, hardly
considerable enough to be classed among towns,
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Kilbrittain: principal seat of the barony with sea views
near Kilbrittain · street · Cork
Kilbrittain, belonging to Sampson Stawell Esq., is situated at the eastern extremity of what was formerly called the cantred of Kilbrittain. The house is a spacious and handsome building, enlarged and modernized by its present possessor.
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At the head of the principal seats of this barony is Kilbritain, belonging to Sampson StaweJl, Esq. situated at its eastern extremity in what was formerly called the cantred of Kilbritain. The house is a spacious and handsome building, having beeq enlarged and modernized by its present possessor^
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