The castle was built for Sir William Cole who purchased the land
in 1612. It is strategically positioned by the narrow exit of the
River Erne into the Lower Lough Erne. In 1859 truanting boys from
the nearby Portora Royal School blew part of the Castle up whilst
experimenting with gunpowder. They also dug various tunnels which
undermined part of the foundations. And we think today's
schoolchildren are badly behaved!
Although I have marked this as suitable for wheelchair users
please note that the final location, as described in the hint,
would make it virtually impossible for those without assistance who
are unable to leave the chair.
From the site there is a good view of the river and Portora
Lock.