St Bartholomew, Carrickeeshil, Killinkere, Church of Ireland

A classic example of the hall-and-tower type church built across the country with the support of the Board of First Fruits and later the Ecclesiastical Commissioners. This church, designed by Joseph Welland in the 1840s is a later example, and is distinguished by an elegant belfry with sharply pointed pinnacles set on splayed bases. It in a prominent position and its tower aligned with the approach path. It has a well composed, picturesque exterior, expertly constructed with ashlar dressings. The building and site retain many original materials and features of high quality. Stone boundary walls and mature trees enhance its picturesque setting.

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