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Storm Eowyn damages historic 300-year-old windmill in Elphin

Jan 26, 2025 14:53 By Eoghan Murphy
Storm Eowyn damages historic 300-year-old windmill in Elphin
The timber sails have been destroyed
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The sails were torn off the 300-year-old structure.

A historic windmill in Elphin, Co Roscommon, has been badly damaged in the storm.

The sails were torn off the 300-year-old structure.

It has been a popular tourist attraction since it was restored almost 30 years ago.

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Local councillor Valerie Byrne says the damage is devastating.

Another councillor, Sean Moylan, has also expressed sadness at the incident.

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