Upper Philipstown

Upper Philipstown () is a barony in County Offaly (formerly King's County), Ireland.

Etymology

The name Upper Philipstown is derived from Philipstown, the former name of Daingean.

Location

Upper Philipstown is located in northeast County Offaly, north of the River Barrow.

History

As Viscount Clanmalier the Ó Diomasaigh (O'Dempsey) held part of Upper Philipstown, which was roughly formed from the tuath, Ferann Clainne Diarmata. The original Philipstown barony was split into lower and upper by 1807.

List of settlements

Below is a list of settlements in Upper Philipstown:

• Clonygowan
• Portarlington (northern part)
• Walsh Island

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