The Wonderful Barn: Leixlip, Co Kildare

by | Feb 25, 2013 | Kildare, Landmarks & Buildings, Memorable Experiences

This bizarre structure was commissioned by Katherine Connolly, widow of the extremely wealthy William ‘Speaker’ Connolly. She had it built in 1743 not only as a working grain store, but as an eye catching architectural feature. It is said she started the project to keep the locals employed after a severe famine in 1740-41. Read More >>

The Wonderful Barn - Photo by Abarta Audioguides

The Wonderful Barn – Photo by Abarta Heritage – http://www.abartaheritage.ie/

Written by Neil Jackman

Neil is the owner of Abarta Audioguides, a newly launched Irish company that provide downloadable audioguides to Ireland’s wonderful heritage sites. On his blog Time Travel Ireland, Neil aims to tell the story of some of the sensational sites off the beaten track in Ireland. Neil’s Tips | Website

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Neil is the owner of Abarta Audioguides, a newly launched Irish company that provide downloadable audioguides to Ireland's wonderful heritage sites. On his blog Time Travel Ireland, Neil aims to tell the story of some of the sensational sites off the beaten track in Ireland. Neil's Tips | Website

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