254
Registros censales
44
Hogares
2
Años del censo
- Personas
- 243
- Hogares
- 42
- Personas
- 11 -95.5%
- Hogares
- 2 -95.2%
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Castlegregory is a small townland located on the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, situated in the northwest portion of the peninsula. The area is characterized by its coastal and semi-rural landscape, with proximity to both the Atlantic Ocean and Castlegregory Harbour. The terrain typical of the region includes rolling hills, farmland, and rocky outcrops that are common throughout County Kerry. The townland sits within easy reach of the broader Dingle Peninsula, which is known for its dramatic coastal scenery and mountainous interior.
The name Castlegregory likely derives from a castle that once stood in the area, though little remains of any significant medieval fortification today. Like much of the Dingle Peninsula, the locality has a long history of human settlement tied to agriculture, fishing, and pastoralism. The area reflects the broader history of County Kerry, shaped by Gaelic traditions, Anglo-Norman influence, and subsequent English rule, though specific detailed historical records about Castlegregory itself as a distinct settlement are limited in publicly available sources.
Castlegregory's primary significance lies in its role as a small rural community and its appeal to visitors interested in the natural landscape of the Dingle Peninsula. The area is known among those exploring the peninsula for walking trails and access to coastal scenery. The local community maintains traditional connections to agriculture and fishing, activities that have sustained settlements in this region for centuries. Like many small Irish townlands, Castlegregory represents the continuation of rural life on the peninsula, where population numbers remain modest but the cultural heritage remains strong.
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- Parroquia
- Condado
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Nombre en irlandés
Caisleán Ghriaire
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Baronía
Corkaguiny
- Logainm
Valuation Office Records
From the National Archives of Ireland (c. 1830s–1850s)
309 occupiers recorded in the Valuation Office Books for this townland.
Source: Valuation Office Books, National Archives of Ireland. Public records.
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