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At a glance
- TypeRitual site - holy well
- Date or period mentioned1955
What to look for
- Stone surround
- Offerings left
- Steps down
Picked out from the Archaeological Survey description below.
Can you visit?
- No source says it is open to the public.Most monuments in Ireland stand on private farmland.
- Ask the landowner before crossing fields, close gates, leave the stones as you find them.Visiting responsibly
History and description
At edge of pasture field, on verge of marshy area. Still in regular use, especially on 15th August and 25th March.
Full archaeological record 67 words
At edge of pasture field, on verge of marshy area. Still in regular use, especially on 15th August and 25th March. Well is stone lined and approached from E by stone steps. Overhead is arched recess containing statue of Our Lady. Surrounding this is low concrete wall with balustrading; these were erected in 1950s (Ó Danachair 1955, 205). Path is worn around well where rounds are made.
Archaeological Survey of Ireland, National Monuments Service (CC BY 4.0) · Compiled by Denis Power · Updated 26 August 2011. It describes the site as it was when surveyed.
Folklore and traditions
Path is worn around well where rounds are made.
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