1610 – Boyle’s Almshouses, Youghal, Co. Cork
Endowed by Sir Richard Boyle to house six old soldiers, who were to receive a pension of £5 per annum. This service was later extended to include widows. The six houses were built in 1610 and continued in use in their original form until the mid-19th century, when some alterations took place.
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Clerkin, Paul (2009, November 5). *1610 – Boyle’s Almshouses, Youghal, Co. Cork*. Archiseek.com. https://www.archiseek.com/1610-almshouses-youghal-co-cork/ (Updated 2025, February 1)
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Published November 5, 2009 | Last Updated February 1, 2025
