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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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