killeavy castle exhibition
I am currently exhibiting 11 paintings of Killeavy Castle that shows the castle as it is now after a very successful and incredible restoration of the castle by the new owner.
COVID 19 restrictions
Attendance of the exhibition is dependent on Covid 19 restrictions. If you wish to attend please contact me via the Contact page of this website and I can provide you with further information
About Killeavy Castle
Killeavy Castle is a Grade A listed historical building originally designed in 1836 by architect George Papworth of Dublin. Formally known as Killeavy Lodge, the Foxall family had their home rebuilt in the style of the pre-Victorian Gosford Castle with towers, tudor windows and a medieval style door transforming the modest farmhouse into a home fit for a king.
Situated on the eastern base of Slieve Gullion, the original castle and surrounding grounds brought a new element to the beautiful landscape. The building contained a basement level with a kitchen, store rooms, servant's quarters and underground tunnel to allow servants to enter and exit the building unseen. Above was a parlour and wine cellar, with an adjoining drawing room, library and conservatory. On the top level were six bedrooms, four dressing rooms and bathrooms. There was a beautiful walled garden and ornamental water wheel.
The Bell family took ownership of the property in 1881, but in recent years the building fell into disrepair. Fortunately, the facade remained intact and, surrounded by fir plantations and lush farmland, it has been returned to its former glory.