Aughalish
Aughalish is a townland in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. It is situated in the historic barony of Toome Upper and the civil parish of Drummaul and covers an area of 93 acres.[1]
| Aughalish | |
|---|---|
| County | |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Police | Northern Ireland |
| Fire | Northern Ireland |
| Ambulance | Northern Ireland |
Aughalish in 2007
The name derives from the Irish: Achadh Lis (field of the fort).[2]
The population of the townland decreased during the 19th century:[3][4]
| Year | 1841 | 1851 | 1861 | 1871 | 1881 | 1891 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 61 | 55 | 53 | 44 | 39 | 35 |
| Houses | 9 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 8 |
See also
References
- "Aughalish". IreAtlas Townland Database. Retrieved 11 May 2013.
- "Aughalish". Place Names NI. Retrieved 11 May 2013.
- "Census of Ireland 1851". Enhanced Parliamentary Papers on Ireland. Retrieved 11 May 2013.
- "Census of Ireland 1891". Enhanced Parliamentary Papers on Ireland. Retrieved 11 May 2013.
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