Castle Coole

Castle Coole is a Georgian mansion located in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. It was built in the late 18th century for the Earls of Belmore, and is now owned by the National Trust. The house features a grand entrance hall, formal reception rooms, and a state bedroom. The surrounding estate includes formal gardens, a lake, and a stable block. It is open to the public for tours and events.

Here are some highlights to look out for when visiting Castle Coole:

• The grand entrance hall: The hall features a black and white marble floor, a grand staircase, and a plasterwork ceiling.
• The formal reception rooms: The drawing room, dining room, and library are all decorated in the Georgian style and contain original furniture and artwork.
• The state bedroom: This room is where the Earl and Countess of Belmore would have stayed when visiting the house. It contains a four-poster bed, a dressing room, and a fireplace.
• The formal gardens: The gardens include a parterre, a lake, and a number of statues.
• The stable block: The stable block contains a number of displays and exhibits, including a working blacksmith’s forge.
• The basement: The basement contains the kitchen, laundry, and staff rooms, as well as the servant’s hall which gives visitors a glimpse into the life of the servants who would have worked at the house.
• The parkland: The parkland is a ideal spot for a walk, it surrounds the house, and features a number of historic trees, including the Cedar of Lebanon, which is over 200 years old.