Mahee Castle

Comber, United Kingdom

Mahee Castle is a small ruined tower house near Nendrum Monastery on Mahee Island. It was built in 1570 by Captain Thomas Browne. It was abandoned by the early 17th century, and fell into disrepair. In 1923, H.C. Lawlor and the Belfast Natural History and Philosophical Society partly renovated the tower house to avoid further erosion and built a buttress wall to support the northwest corner of the tower.

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Founded: 1570
Category: Castles and fortifications in United Kingdom

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Alan Elder (6 months ago)
Great location and interesting ruin. So tranquil and great skies.
Mary Theresa McGeown (12 months ago)
Since out at Newtonards for a hotel break my hubby and i took a visit out here to see this Castle and its ruins since visiting the loch at Strangford...Very pretty and stunning views out to sea...You could come here for picnic or anice walk ...
Maegen Dudas (2 years ago)
A nicely kept building that’s easy to climb up and see into the second story. There is no car park but you can park at Nendrum and walk down to it. The history of the castle is on a post near the castle to learn more. Nice views of the area too.
Cyndee Sapiano (4 years ago)
Loved it! Well worth the visit when the weather is mild. :-)
PH (4 years ago)
Not worth a trip down just to see this castle but you can make a day of it by touring the area. Visit Nendrum Monastic Site, Mahee Castle, Tullynakill Old Church and Sketrick island. Take a picnic.
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