Furness was built in the Palladian style between 1730-90 in rolling wooded countryside, some 19 miles southwest of Dublin. It is a medium-sized Georgian country house, with ornate plasterwork and woodcarvings.

It adjoins a medieval church built c.550 and extended by the Normans in 1210. To its north stands the Longstone Rath, a 200-foot diameter earth circle with a 20-foot standing stone at its centre.

These have been extensively surveyed and a bibliography is enclosed. However, the best impression is had from a visit to Furness with a guided tour. Large groups are welcome at any time by appointment.

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Tel. (045) 879463  Fax: 866815. (International prefix +353 for Ireland )

Post:  Furness, Naas, Co. Kildare, Ireland.