History of Newtownbutler

Barbara Chapman has lived in Newtownbutler all her life and has spent many years collecting ideas and facts for this publication on her local area. She is much respected for her involvement in her community and her extensive knowledge of its varied people and traditions.

Acknowledgements Foreword Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 The Butler Family Chapter 3 The Island of Galloon Chapter 4. Crom Castle Chapter 5 The Battle of Newtownbutler Chapter 6 Wattlebridge and the 'Druids Temple' Chapter 7 Castle Saunderson Chapter 8 St Comgall's Church of Ireland Chapter 9 The Rectory Chapter 10 Sallaghy Parish Chapter 11 St Mary's Roman Catholic Church Chapter 12 The Methodist Church Chapter 13 The Presbyterian Church Chapters 14 Drummully and Drumkrin Chapter 15 The Church Hall/Market House Chapter 16 The Community Centre/Court House Chapter 17 Education in the Newtownbutler Area Chapter 18 The Art of Smuggling Chapter 19 The War Years Chapter 20 The Recreational Pursuits Chapter 21 The G.A.A. Chapter 22 Memories of the Huntsmen Chapter 23 Social Changes Conclusion