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The National Gazetteer of Great Britain and Ireland - 1868
In 1868, the parish of Shanagolden contained the following places:"SHANAGOLDEN, a parish and post town in the barony of Lower Conello, county Limerick, province of Munster, Ireland, 21 miles S.W. of Limerick. The surface consists for the greater part of excellent soil, and lies within the vale of the river Shannon. The living is a vicarage in the diocese of Limerick, value £95, in the patronage of the Precentor of Limerick. The church is an ancient building, and was formerly partly in ruins. There is a Roman Catholic chapel, and several schools. Shanagolden House is the principal seat. The town is situated on the road from Rathkeale to Listowel. It consists of one irregularly-built street, and has a police station. Petty sessions are held once a fortnight. Black and grey marble and limestone are obtained in large quantities. On Shanid Hill are the ruins of Shanid Castle, formerly a seat of the Desmonds. Knockpatrick Hill in this parish is said to be the highest point in the county. On its summit are the remains of an old church and a well dedicated to St. Patrick. Fairs are held on the first Wednesday after Trinity Sunday, and on 4th September."
[Transcribed from The National Gazetteer of Great Britain and Ireland 1868]
by Colin Hinson ©2018