Survey Data

Reg No

30407111


Rating

Regional


Categories of Special Interest

Architectural, Technical


Original Use

Mill (wind)


Date

1730 - 1770


Coordinates

155670, 237180


Date Recorded

28/06/2010


Date Updated

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Description

Freestanding two-stage round-plan windmill, built c.1750, having opposite doorways, and standing at edge of ridge overlooking small valley. Roofless. Slightly battered rubble limestone walls. Square-headed doorways and windows with roughly dressed limestone voussoirs. No internal workings survive.

Appraisal

This windmill is one of a small group in North Galway. It is of industrial heritage interest and was an important structure in the district as it was used to grind corn into flour. Its siting, overlooking a small valley, enhances its visual interest.