Tag Archives: De Bermingham

Grange Castle

Posted on October 3, 2013 by edmooneyphotography

Moving on to the last of my visits to the many De Bermingham strongholds which are scattered along the Kildare/Offaly border. There are a number of castles and a monastery still in existence in the Kildare and Offaly area, some … Continue reading →

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Monasteroris Medieval Church & Graveyard

Posted on September 24, 2013 by edmooneyphotography

The Medieval church and graveyard of Monasteroris can be found just outside Edenderry in County Offally. This area was under the control of John De Bermingham, the Earl of Louth whom had a fortification just behind the walls of the … Continue reading →

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Kinnefad Castle

Posted on September 20, 2013 by edmooneyphotography

Yet another stronghold built by the De Bermingham’s can be found in the area of Kinnefad or in Gaelic as Ceann – Átha Fada which translates to ‘head of the ford’. There were many De Bermingham castles and a couple … Continue reading →

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Mac Feorais Castle

Posted on April 12, 2013 by edmooneyphotography

Right beside the old church and graveyard of the De Bermingham family in Carrick lay the ruins of Mac Feorais Castle, also known as Carrick or Carrick-Oris Castle. The present ruins which are said to date from the 16th century … Continue reading →

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Carrick Church Ruins

Posted on April 10, 2013 by edmooneyphotography

Located near the Kildare/Offaly border lies the ruins of of a 13th century De Bermingham Church know as Carrick (or Carrick-Oris). The church is well preserved but is missing the E gable end. The grounds can be accessed via the … Continue reading →