Carrickfergus Castle

Award-winning Irish oak frame brings a pitched roof back to 12th century castle

Carrickfergus Castle

About

Location

County Antrim, Northern Ireland

Completed

2020

Architect: Alastair Coey Architects
Main Contractor: JPM Contractors
Cost: £1m project cost
Material: Green Irish oak
Awards: Royal Society of Ulster Architects (RSUA) Regional Awards, Clients of the Year Awards, Sustainability Award 2021

Opp ID

2596

The Great Tower of the imposing 12th century Carrickfergus Castle was in need of a new roof - the existing 1930s flat roof was seeping in water, causing mould and other damage.

Paul Price, a historic building specialist (and former Carpenter Oak colleague) was approached about the project and he then engaged with us in the early stages of the design.

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