A Future for Irish Historic Houses - Irish Heritage Trust

- There is a problem with the battlements which are cracked and leaking
badly in various places.
- The north tower is infested with damp; this tower is either sinking or
leaning causing structural damage to the walls. The west tower is also
leaking.
- The ceilings on the first floor require immediate attention; large cracks
have appeared in the dining-room walls and ceiling and in the front hall
that are of major concern.
- The windows on the second floor need to be repaired or restored (at an
estimated cost of £1,500 each.)
When the present family took over Ballinlough, the house was maintained by farming
income and proceeds from Sir John’s business interests in England. At present the
owners foresee that the only way forward for the house is through the expansion of it
as a business venture, perhaps opening to groups of guests, and continuing to open
for pre-arranged lunches for groups.
Photograph courtesy Hugh Doran
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