Delvin (barony)

Delvin (Irish: Dealbhna) is a barony in north-east County Westmeath, in Ireland. It was formed by 1672. It is bordered by County Meath to the east and three other baronies: Fore (to the north–west), Moyashel and Magheradernon (to the south–west) and Farbill (to the south). The largest centre of population is Delvin.

For the town in County Westmeath, see Delvin. For the civil parish in County Westmeath, see Delvin (civil parish).

Delvin
Dealbhna
Barony
Location of Delvin on a map of Westmeath
Delvin
Location in Ireland
Coordinates: 53°36′56″N 7°05′04″W
CountryIreland
ProvinceLeinster
CountyWestmeath
Area
 • Total155.8 km2 (60.2 sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+0 (WET)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+1 (IST (WEST))
Irish Grid ReferenceN606632
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