More information : (NZ 01388243) Kirkharle (LB) (Site of) (IT) (1)
The mansion house described as a tower in 1583. (2)
A survey of c.1715 refers to a quadrangular tower with modern additions. (3)
It was demolished some years ago (pre 1902) except for the east end, which was converted into a farmhouse. (4)
No trace of the tower survives at the published site, and there is no external evidence of any remains incorporated in the adjoining farmhouse and buildings. (5)
The tower was buult betweeen 1455 and 1483 by Thomas Loraine. In 1722 Sir William Loraine constructed a mansion adjoining the old tower. However, the old part was largely demolished in 1836. (6,7) |