Ringhaddy Castle

8 miles (12.8 km) south-east of Comber and 2 miles (3.2 km) south-east of Killinchy, approached on minor roads off the A22. At quay turn left through gate and along lane to castle on Castle Island. This is one of the most completely surviving tower-houses in the county, retaining its gables and one original wooden window. There are two periods of building here. The ground floor, which had a stone vault, dates from the 15th century, while the upper parts were rebuilt in about 1600. It is rectangular in plan with small turrets at the north-east and south-west angles, one with the stair and the other with a latrine chute. There are large fireplaces on the first and second floors, and an attic in the roof.