People named Barry urged to take part in DNA project in Cork

Sign for Barryscourt Castle, Carrigtwohill. Picture: Denis Minihane.

If your surname is Barry, then a unique DNA project could prove you are directly related to one of the greatest landowning families in the country — unfortunately you’re a bit late to be in line for any major cash windfall.

Details of the little-known DNA project will be provided at a free event at Fota House on Friday, August 16 at 6.30pm and organisers have encouraged people named Barry to attend.