Blarney Castle owner claims proposed housing estate would be a 'huge blemish'

Artist impressions of the proposed development of 150 new residential units in Monacnapa, Blarney.

The owner of Blarney Castle has expressed concern that a proposed new housing development would diminish the touristic value of the area.

Charles Colthurst, who owns the popular tourist attraction, says the proposed development would detract, visually, from the area.