Offaly West (Irish: Uíbh Fhailí Thiar; sometimes spelled Ophaly) is a barony in County Kildare, Ireland.

Offaly West
Uíbh Fhailí Thiar (Irish)
Sovereign stateIreland
CountyKildare
Area
 • Total164.31 km2 (63.44 sq mi)

Etymology

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

Location

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Offaly West is located in west County Kildare, east of the River Barrow.

History

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Offaly West were part of the ancient lands of the Ua Conchobhair Failghe (O'Connor Faly). As Lord of Clanmaliere the Ó Diomasaigh (O'Dempsey) held part of this barony.[1] The Offaly barony was divided into east and west baronies before 1807.

List of settlements

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Below is a list of settlements in Offaly West:

See also

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Offaly East

References

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