DiCamillo Companion
Ireland

Killyleagh Castle (Killylea Castle)

Killyleagh, Downpatrick

Co. Down

Ireland

Historic County: Co. Armagh

Circa Date: 1180 core w/early 17th century and 1847-51 alterations

Status: Fully Extant

House Open to Public: By Appointment

Country House: Yes

This house has been used for TV and Film

The House from the Jan 15, 1863 edition of "The Dublin Builder"

  • House & Family History: Looking like a chateau of the Loire Valley, Killyleagh is the oldest occupied castle in Ireland.

  • Country Life: CXLVII, 690, 774, 1970.

  • House Listed: Category A

    Park Listed: Listed

  • "Dani's Castle" (2013-14 - TV series, as Bogmoor Castle).

  • Current Seat / Home of: Gary Hamilton; Hamilton family here since the 17th century.

    Current Ownership Type: Individual / Family Trust

    Primary Current Ownership Use: Private Home

    Ownership Details: Parts of the Castle are available for private lets

  • House Open to Public: By Appointment

    Phone: 01396-828-261

    Historic Houses Member: No

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