1840s – Garda Station, Muine Bheag (Bagenalstown), Co. Carlow

Architect: Board of Public Works

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A 19th century building with a distinctive facade with three blank, segmental-headed arches. The walls between the openings are treated as pilasters and the arches contain rendered walls with two windows each. The eaves have granite brackets. Originally a Royal Irish Constabulary (RIC) barracks before becoming part of An Garda Síochána after Independence.

Published March 16, 2026

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