Clonkeen

Clonkeen is a townland located in County Cavan, Ireland. It is bounded by several neighboring townlands and features include Clonkeen Hill, streams, and wells. The townland spans 193 acres and has a subdivision known as Lismonly.

Historically, the townland was under the ownership of the McKiernan Clan until the Plantation of Ulster in 1609. Over time, there were several variations in the spelling of its name. During the Irish Rebellion of 1641, Clonkeen was occupied by rebels but later abandoned after the war ended. By 1652, ownership transferred to Lewis Craig.

Census data reveals that in 1901, there were fifteen families residing in Clonkeen, which decreased to ten families by 1911. The townland was part of the Farnham Estate in the 19th century, with estate papers now preserved at the National Library of Ireland.

Additionally, a hedge-school operated by Thomas McLoughlin is noted as one of the antiquities in Clonkeen. This school catered to 71 pupils in a clay house and was part of the education system in the early 19th century.