Stormont Castle was built in 1858 in baronial style, complete with turrets, battlements and conical caps. After surviving demolition plans in 1921, the Castle became the official residence of the NI Prime Minister and, in today's devolved NI Assemby, houses the Office of the First Minister and Deputy First Minister. The building is not accessible by the general public (except during Sept's Heritage Open Days). Still, it's nice to admire from behind the security barrier.
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19.03.2011
Kim
My Great Aunt (by marriage), Lavada Storment, told me that her daughter was able to go inside the castle because she was able to prove her Storment lineage. Can anyone else confirm?
01.08.2009
Editor
Thanks for the reminder, Kevin. Have updated the listing - keep the info flowing! - Ed.
31.07.2009
Kevin Flanagan
Stormont Castle is no longer the residence of the Secretary of State for NI or the HQ of the NIO. On the restoration of devolution to the NI Assembly in May 2007 it has been the headquarters of the Office of the First Minister and deputy First Minister and the meeting place of the NI Executive. Still not accessible by the public though.Hope this is helpful
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Kim
My Great Aunt (by marriage), Lavada Storment, told me that her daughter was able to go inside the castle because she was able to prove her Storment lineage. Can anyone else confirm?
Editor
Thanks for the reminder, Kevin. Have updated the listing - keep the info flowing! - Ed.
Kevin Flanagan
Stormont Castle is no longer the residence of the Secretary of State for NI or the HQ of the NIO. On the restoration of devolution to the NI Assembly in May 2007 it has been the headquarters of the Office of the First Minister and deputy First Minister and the meeting place of the NI Executive. Still not accessible by the public though.Hope this is helpful