Rendered mausoleum built c.1810. Rectangular in plan with a pithced roof. Rendered finish. Square-headed inscription plaque to the west elevation.
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1810
The inscription reads 'Erected to the memory of Alexr. Hamilton, late of Tullveery, who departed this life 13th May 1810 aged 55 years. Also his wife Elizabeth who died 31st Octr. 1835 aged 74 years. Likewise their son James who died 3rd Octr. 1852 aged 69 years. Also Ammy, the beloved wife of the above named James Hamilton, who died 9th Septr. 1861. Also Marianne their daughter who died 10th December 1885 aged 71 years'.
In poor condition with a loss of render to the south pitch and extensive ivy growth to the remainder (2003).
RSJ Clarke, Gravestone Inscriptions: County Down. Ulster-Scot Historical Society (1966-1998).
J Beattie, The Mausolea of CountyDown and Greater Belfast. Unpublished Dissertation, Queens University Belfast (2003).
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Killyleagh 1st Presbyterian Graveyard
Plantation Street
Killyleagh
County Down
BT30 9QW
Northern Ireland