Survey Data
Reg No
31906004
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Technical
Original Use
Icehouse
Date
1800 - 1820
Coordinates
184688, 304100
Date Recorded
15/08/2003
Date Updated
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Description
Detached icehouse, built c.1810, now no longer in use. Roughly coursed random rubble limestone walls. Flagstones to entrance flanked by limestone plinth walls. Square-headed opening with stone lintel leads to brick vaulted tunnel and brick steps giving access to circular domed brick ice pit. Cut stone 'Ice House' sign to east of entrance. Icehouse situated close to the shores of Lough Key.
Appraisal
This icehouse, situated on the shores of Lough Key, was an integral part of the estate architecture and lifestyle. It enabled the gentry to have the freshest of food delivered to their tables. Not only is this structure visually appealing and well built, it is also a functional and innovative piece of architecture.