Offaly West


Offaly West is a barony in County Kildare, Republic of Ireland.

Etymology

Offaly West takes its name from the Kingdom of Uí Failghe. It is not to be confused with County Offaly.

Location

Offaly is located within the midlands of Ireland bordering the seven counties of Galway, Roscommon, Tipperary, Laois, Westmeath, Kildare and Meath. Offaly West is located in west County Kildare, east of the River Barrow.

History

Offaly West were part of the ancient lands of the Ua Conchobhair Failghe. As Lord of Clanmaliere the Ó Diomasaigh held part of this barony. The Offaly barony was divided into east and west baronies before 1807.

List of settlements

Below is a list of settlements in Offaly West: