Historical Geography information for Newry and Mourne, Armagh, Ireland ( Northern Ireland )
| Place Name | Fathom Castle |
| Description | Also known as Feedom Castle. In the 12th century it was reportedly owned by Hugh de Lacy, Lord of Meath. A later version was built about 1550 and was a stronghold of Shane O'Neill. The castle was captured by the English during the Nine Years War (circa 1600) and was then demolished in 1730. |
| City, Village, or Parish | Newry and Mourne |
| County | Armagh |
| Country | Ireland |
| SiteID | 2178 |
| DateUpdated | 1/22/2021 6:34:47 PM |
| Record ID | DataSet | Surname | Spelling Variations |
|---|---|---|---|
1198409 |
Castles of Ireland | de Lacy | Lacey, Lacy, de Lacey, de Lacy |
| 2431 |
Castles of Ireland | O'Neill | O'Neil, Neill, Neal, O'Neal, ó Néill, Kneale, O'Neill, Neale, Neil, Oneill |