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The estate has three castle ruins from the
times of the Kennedy's, although nothing much
remains of them. The Dalrymple - Hamilton's are
believed to be descendants of the
Kennedy's.
The mansion house was extended in about
1840, and a new three story wing added to the
north of the 17th century mansion between 1862
and 1876. Much of the original plasterwork,
believed to be by Adams or Gibbons,
remains.
Bargany house has had a few owners over the
years, including the author Axel Aylwen. The
Dalrymple - Hamilton's, returned to Bargany a
few years back, undertaking a major restoration
of the old building.
Bargany Gardens, with scenic walks and pond,
are open to the public for a few weeks each
year, normally in May. The area around the
house is private.
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