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Barrow

Barrow, ring-barrow
Barrow
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In the S quadrant of large barrow or burial mound (LI033-015001-). Surveyed by the ASI in 2007 and described as a sub-circular shaped area (4.2m N-S; 4.5m E-W) defined by a scarp (Wth 1m; H 1.2m), fosse (base Wth 0.5m) and outer bank (Wth 2.75m; H 0.2m). Visible as a roughly circular-shaped depression (diam. c. 4m) in the S of interior on OSi orthophotos 2005-12 and on Google Earth orthoimages taken 28/06/2018. See attached Google Earth orthoimages dated 18/11/2018 Compiled by: Martin Fitzpatrick Date of upload: 3 April 2021 See attached ASI aerial photograph ASIAP - 132/35 on 23/08/2000. 352/24 on 05/01/2003. 353/13, 15, 19 on 05/01/2003.
A ring-barrow, likely dating to the Early Bronze Age. It represents a type of burial monument associated with single inhumations and is significant for understanding funerary practices in the region.

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