What is recorded here

Large 19th century slate quarry adjacent to Clonakilty-Skibbereen road. Chimney (H c. 9m) atop ridge, square stone base (Wth 2.45m; H 4m); upper portion circular in plan with brick top. Further structural remains in vicinity of chimney. Part of cast iron wheel (diam. 3.05m) on roadside to SW. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 1: West Cork' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1992). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 14 January 2009

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