Roxborough Castle

Roxborough Castle stands in Moy, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland. Built in 1738, it was the home of the Earls of Charlemont. The castle was remodelled in 1842 by architect William Murray for the second earl. Murray added wings in Italianate style and moved the entrance to create a new front resembling a French château. A conservatory designed by Richard Turner was added between 1850 and 1855. Further changes were made in 1864 under the third earl, with fittings brought from Charlemont House in Dublin. The castle’s history reflects the rise and fall of the Charlemont family. It was burned out by the Irish Republican Army in 1922, leaving only ruins today. Despite its ruinous state, the castle’s architectural influence remains notable. The Italianate wings and French château style show the earls’ taste for grandeur. The conservatory, a rare surviving example, highlights the craftsmanship of Richard Turner. Visitors to the site find the remains of the castle’s grand structure. The Italianate wings and French-style entrance front are still visible. The conservatory’s ruins suggest its former elegance. The surrounding area in Moy retains a quiet, rural feel. The castle’s story is told through its architecture and the family’s history.