Rossmore Castle

It was built in the Gothic style in 1827 and was the seat of the Barons Rossmore, but fell into disrepair in the 1940s when the family moved to Camla Vale, and was demolished in the 1970s.

It was originally built for The 2nd Baron Rossmore in 1827 in the Gothic style by the Irish architect William Vitruvius Morrison.

The building was dominated by a large square tower with turret and crow-stepped battlements, and had a series of gables and oriel windows.

[1] There was rivalry between Lord Rossmore and the Shirleys of Lough Fea, and they competed for many years as to who could boast the largest room in County Monaghan; as a result, the drawing room at Rossmore was extended on five occasions, and the house ended up with three towers, and more than 117 windows in at least 53 assorted sizes and shapes.

[1] In latter part of the century was known for its social gatherings and gaiety, with Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, being a friend of The 5th Baron Rossmore.