Famine house, viewed 4540 times
Travelling from Ballyorgan to Ardpatrick, you will find two fine examples of famine houses on the left hand side of the road. These were built in 1840 by the lord of Castle Olivier for the Palentine who worked the land.
The famine house on the left is now owned by the County Council and was restored recently by local men Denis O’Connell and Liam Gammell. The house is lended to various artists.
It is interesting to note that there is only one door to the house, even though two families used to live there.
Maguy Paulton who passed away in the 1990’s was the last occupant of the house. The house enjoys magnificient views of the countryside.
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Pete Smith - 16 Dec
The person who last lived in the left half of the left hand famine house was called Margaret (Maggie) Alton (a palatine surname). NOT Maguy Paulton. Maggies grave can be found in the Kilflynn churchyard.
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Jan - 06 Aug
This house like many other famine houses has a Bellows beside the fire place. It was particularly useful to burn wet wood and a favorite for children who still love turning the wheel.
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Eventhough the house is not open for visits, one can appreciate the renovation of this famine house from the outside.
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