Bridetree Well — Report the wrong picture

What is recorded here

A natural spring well, removed during roadworks prior to 1958 (Ó Danachair 1958, 73; Healy 1975, 20). St Catherine's Well (DU008-017----) lies 110m to the NW. Described by Ó Danachair (1958, 73) as; 'This well was much visited in former times, but was recently destroyed in road widening operations. A pump on the roadside seems to be from the same spring'. Compiled by: Geraldine Stout Revised by: Caimin O'Brien Date of revised upload: 12 April 2023

linked to St. Bridget (Brigid), with traditions of healing and fertility. Local folklore suggests that women seeking to conceive or ensure a safe childbirth would visit the well, often leaving offerings or clooties as part of their devotions.

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