The first road map of Ireland was published in 1778, as surveyed
by George Taylor and Andrew Skinner in 1777. They had previously
surveyed the roads of Scotland before raising 2000 pounds from
the noblemen of Ireland to survey the roads. Page 118 shows a
section of the Dublin to Cork road from just north of Old
Leighlin and Leighlinbridge in Carlow to Clara in county
Kilkenny. This section of road passes through Paulstown. The
village, and surrounding areas, can be seen on the right panel.
About half way along the road is the county boundary between
Carlow and Kilkenny (“Enter Kilkenny Co.”). Just above this is
the relevant area, listing Shankill and Kellymount, with the
roads forming an almost square shape. The Paulstown name is
located slightly to the left and above these names, indicating
the area where Paulstown Castle is located. The two prominent
land owners of the area, Flood and Aldward (sic) are also
listed. The image can be clicked to enlarge.  Taylor, George,
and Andrew Skinner. Taylor and Skinner’