Rokeby Hall

An upcoming book launch this week in Collon Church of Ireland.
This book about eighteenth- and early nineteenth-century politics in Co. Louth provides a different perspective on the lives of the Louth 'Big House' families, such as the Fosters, Fortescues, and Bellews, who were at the forefront of politics in the county.
The book is written by well-known historian A.P.W. Malcomson and the guest speaker for the launch is Lord Bellew.
See details below.

'DEBAUCHERY, ILL BLOOD AND PERJURY' BOOK LAUNCH!

Join us for our first book launch of 2026!

The Trustees of the Ulster Historical Foundation, request the pleasure of your company at the launch of ‘Debauchery, ill blood and perjury’: Louth elections, c. 1700–c. 1835 by A.P.W. Malcomson.

Event Details
• Date: Thursday, 04 June
• Time: 18:30
• Location: Collon Church of Ireland Church, Church Street, Collon, Co. Louth
• Booking: Space is limited so reserving your place is essential.

To RSVP email [email protected], or call +4491812073
Light refreshments will be served.

BOOK LAUNCH - SPECIAL OFFER!

If you plan to attend the launch, order your copy today!

Enter the code DebaucheryLaunchCollect at checkout on our online bookstore to save on postage costs AND to receive an additional £5 off your order: https://ulsterhistoricalfoundation.com/shop/products/louth-elections

Before and after...
Just back from the annual CSHIHE conference in Maynooth to see the final window of this year's window project which was finished yesterday.
Our drawing room originally had three south facing windows, but the centre window was opened to add a door in the 1970s with steps for garden access. We wanted to retain the garden access, so the door has now been replaced with a traditional jib window.
We're very grateful to the Fennell family at Burtown House and Gardens who kindly allowed the team to closely inspect the construction details of their original 1790 jib window - the date was perfect for Rokeby's 1786 build date.
And thanks to Sashwindows.ie for a fantastic job.
We're absolutely thrilled with the result. 🥰
(Next job is painting the railings!!)

A very exciting day at Rokeby today. Before (this morning), during, and after (this afternoon) photos of work to replace 1950s-windows with traditional sash windows made to reproduce Rokeby's original 1780s windows. These are the first two of six being replaced over the coming days. And hopefully more to follow in the future.
Thanks to all at Sashwindows.ie

A cheerful bloom in an otherwise damp and grey day.