King's Castle (,

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. It was originally built in the 12th century and additions were made at various times over the centuries. It was rebuilt in the 19th century to the original specifications after parts of it collapsed in 1830 during repairs to the castle's foundation: restoration finished in 1988 and the castle opened as a nursing home and remains one today.

History

The ''Dublin Penny Journal'' of 30 March 1833 describes King's Castle as follows:

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* Buildings and structures completed in the 12th century Castles in County Down Ardglass {{NorthernIreland-castle-stub

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