11 Lower Main Street, Dungiven, Co Londonderry, BT47 4LD

This is a two-storied terraced house, likely rebuilt or renovated between 1860 and 1879, forming part of a group of three buildings with a shared ridge line on Dungiven Main Street. The building contributes significantly to the character of this part of the street, particularly when considered alongside number 15. It holds group value in this context.

The north-facing facade has irregularly placed windows and a flat-headed arch providing access to the rear. The exterior is finished with painted render, timber casement windows, and a natural slate roof with cast iron rainwater goods. Three brick chimneys rise from the ridge, one at each end of the house, and a central chimney aligned with the west side of the coach arch. A centrally placed panelled entrance door is framed by a simple rectangular sand/cement architrave. Window sills are painted stone. Two first-floor windows differ in size due to the height of the arch. A larger window is centrally positioned between the door and the western window on the first floor. A wrought iron gate, contemporary with the house, is set within the archway. The gate has vertical rails with spearhead detailing at the top, and a corrugated iron lower section. The archway’s timber ceiling reveals exposed, painted rafters and supported by floorboards above. A high-level access hatch in the side wall connects to number 153. The rear elevation retains original harling render with multiple layers of lime wash. A flat-roofed two-story kitchen and toilet extension is located centrally on the facade; the casement windows here are modern replacements for earlier sash windows. A long garden extends to the rear, featuring a more modern shed.

The house’s development probably followed the expiry of an Ogilby lease and reversion to the Skinner’s company, who initiated improvements to the town. The company contributed financially to the capital cost of the Limavady Dungiven railway. In the late 19th century, the Skinner's company began selling their properties. The current occupant has resided in the house since August 1969, following a previous owner, Rebecca Dallas. Historical records indicate Hugh Thompson as the lessor to William Deane, with a valuation of £6. Ordnance Survey maps from 1832 and 1812 (revised in 1856) also refer to the property.