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At a glance
- TypeRitual site - holy well
Picked out from the Archaeological Survey description below.
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History and description
In marshy ground. Spring enclosed by circular stone wall; open at S. Area fenced off with gate to N. According to Windele (1897, 68) 'dedicated to the Holy Virgin' and called 'Tubber Muirra'.
Full archaeological record 43 words
In marshy ground. Spring enclosed by circular stone wall; open at S. Area fenced off with gate to N. According to Windele (1897, 68) 'dedicated to the Holy Virgin' and called 'Tubber Muirra'. Still in occassional use. Church of Ireland (CO045-02102-) to S.
References
- Images provided by and copyright of Amanda Clarke 2016-2022 https://holywellscorkandkerry.com/
Archaeological Survey of Ireland, National Monuments Service (CC BY 4.0) · Updated 14 January 2009 · Based on the Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 2: East and South Cork. It describes the site as it was when surveyed.
Folklore and traditions
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Also recorded nearby
Named sites within 5 km with only a short entry in the Archaeological Survey.
- St Bridget's WellRitual site - holy well · Britway · 4.4 km · official record
On E-facing slope to N of stream. Enclosed by circular stone wall (H c.1m); grotto on SW wall contains offerings. According to date plaque, renovated 1880.
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