What is recorded here
At the summit towards the NW end of a NW-SE ridge and just WSW of the barrow (RO034-035001-). Described as a circular mound defined by a fosse and outer bank (diam. 11m N-S; 10.5m E-W) (Gannon 1972). it is now visible as a grass-covered domed mound (diam. 4m; H 0.15m) defined by slight traces of a fosse (Wth of base 1.2m; D 0.1m).
Compiled by: Michael Moore
Date of upload: 24 August 2010
This monument is subject to a preservation order made under the National Monuments Acts 1930 to 2014 (PO no. 17/1977).
A ring-barrow, likely dating to the Early Bronze Age, characterized by a circular mound with a surrounding fosse and outer bank. Such monuments are significant as they represent early funerary and ceremonial practices in the landscape.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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