Discover Alone, back to main map

Barrow

Barrow, ring-barrow

What is recorded here

In flat pastureland. Marked on the 1921 edition of the OS 6-inch map as a small circular mound (diam. c. 10m). Apart from a low rise, no visible surface trace survives. Possibly a ring-barrow as a number occur in the area: see GA114-130----, GA114-132---- and GA114-134----. Compiled by: Galway Archaeological Survey, UCG Date of upload: 30 July 2019
Ring-barrow, likely dating to the Early Bronze Age. These burial monuments are significant for understanding early funerary practices and social structures in Ireland.

The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.

What survives
Recorded monument

Places near here

Add to this placeAdd a picture Comment or add a tip

Explore 1,118,481 places