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Mahee Castle

Mahee Island, Ringneill Road, Comber, County Down, BT23 6EP
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This ruined Tower House commands a position at the north end of Mahee Island in Strangford Lough. The house was built in 1570 by an English soldier called Captain Browne. Today, it is badly ruined but still of considerable interest. Visitors should park at Nendrum Monastic Site and walk back to the Castle. No admission charge

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Visitors should park at Nendrum Monastic Site and walk back to the castle.

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