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The History of Kilmore Cottage
The History of Kilmore Cottage at a Glance
The Kilmore Cottage is one of those historic thatched survivors and has stood since at least the early 18th century, appearing on a map of Kilmore dated 1707. It was gentrified by the addition of a fanlight doorcase in about 1820 and still retains historic thatch and significant roof timbers under a later tin roof. The building is protected through statutory listing in recognition of its special architectural and historic significance, but as a result of a lack of the funding needed and a significant conservation deficit - being the difference between restoring the property and its end economic value - it has stood vacant since the 1980s.
Kilmore Cottage & its history featured in the media:
The History of Kilmore Cottage as featured in the Armagh I
Conor Sandford, a passionate local, is leading a crowdfunding effort to revive Kilmore Cottage, a 17th-century Co. Armagh thatched cottage that has been vacant since the 1980s. Through his "Couch to 144km" sponsored run, Conor aims to raise £2,000 to support the local church in restoring this historic landmark. Conor emphasises the importance of community involvement in revitalising the building.
