44
Townlands
1,357
Registres de recensement
273
Foyers
2
Années de recensement
- Personnes
- 665
- Foyers
- 130
- Personnes
- 692 +4.1%
- Foyers
- 143 +10%
À propos
Holywell is a small district located in County Fermanagh in Northern Ireland, situated in the southwestern part of the province of Ulster. The area is characterized by the rolling countryside typical of the wider Fermanagh region, with its landscape shaped by glacial activity and dotted with small lakes and waterways. The district sits within the broader geography of the Erne catchment area, which has historically been central to life in Fermanagh. The terrain is predominantly rural and agricultural, with modest settlements dispersed throughout, reflecting the sparse population density common to many parts of County Fermanagh away from larger towns like Enniskillen.
The history of Holywell, like much of Fermanagh, is intertwined with the region's complex past of Gaelic Irish and Anglo-Norman settlement patterns. The area has connections to both Irish and Plantation-era heritage, with various townlands bearing names that reflect this layered history. Local place names and archaeological features provide evidence of long-term human settlement, though detailed written records specific to Holywell district itself are limited compared to larger population centers in the county.
Holywell is perhaps best known locally for Holywell House, a structure of historical interest, though the specific details of its architectural significance and current status vary in local accounts. The district remains primarily defined by its rural character and agricultural economy, with local community life centered around farming and small-scale enterprises typical of rural Fermanagh. The area's natural features, including its waterways and countryside, continue to shape both the practical life and recreational opportunities for those who inhabit and visit the district.
For the local community, Holywell represents part of the broader rural fabric of County Fermanagh, contributing to the region's cultural identity and economic activity. As with many small rural districts in Northern Ireland, Holywell faces the common challenges and opportunities of rural life, including questions about sustainability, demographic change, and the preservation of agricultural traditions. The district remains integrated within the wider Fermanagh community and the networks of rural Irish life that have characterized the region for generations.
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Irlande du Nord
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Années de recensement
1901, 1911
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44 townlands enregistrées
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