Portaferry Castle

GPTKB entity

Properties (56)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf castle
gptkbp:accessibility Public access
gptkbp:architecturalStyle gptkb:Scottish_baronial
gptkbp:associatedWith Local folklore
Local legends
Irish_history
Scottish_history
gptkbp:built 16th century
gptkbp:conservationEfforts Under preservation efforts
gptkbp:culturalHeritage Protected structure
gptkbp:culturalSignificance Local heritage site
gptkbp:currentCondition Ruins
gptkbp:features Courtyard
Thick stone walls
Tower house
gptkbp:historicalEvent Siege during the Nine Years' War
gptkbp:historicalPeriod Medieval
gptkbp:historicalSignificance Defensive structure
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Portaferry Castle
gptkbp:influencedBy Norman architecture
gptkbp:location Portaferry,_Northern_Ireland
gptkbp:managedBy gptkb:Northern_Ireland_Environment_Agency
gptkbp:notableFeature Community events
Cultural events
Picnic areas
Viewpoint
Guided tours
Interpretive programs
Tourists
Visitor center
Historical architecture
Historical reenactments
Nature trails
Historical exhibitions
Seasonal events
Wildlife observation
Cultural workshops
Educational programs for schools
Local art displays
Artisan markets
Community engagement activities
Interpretive signage
Local cuisine experiences
Volunteer_opportunities
Scenic_location
gptkbp:overlooks gptkb:Strangford_Lough
gptkbp:owner gptkb:Sir_John_de_Courcy
gptkbp:renovated 20th century
gptkbp:surroundingArea Coastal_landscape
Portaferry_town
gptkbp:touristAttraction Yes
gptkbp:type Historic site
gptkbp:usedFor Events
Photography
Educational tours
gptkbp:visitedBy Yes