Bullaun stone in Cloon West

Lying on the surface of Leacht KE079-020002- are two bullauns. The second (KE082-020008-) measures .63m x .6m; a large spall has broken from its lower portion, and the circular depression, .32m in diameter, measured at least .09m deep. The above description is derived from A. O'Sullivan and J. Sheehan (compilers), 'The Iveragh peninsula: an archaeological survey of South Kerry'. Cork University Press (1996), no. 938. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 30 July 2013 This monument is subject to a preservation order made under the National Monuments Acts 1930 to 2014 (PO no. 4/1976).

Likely dating to the early Christian period, bullaun stones were traditionally used for grinding holy relics or sacred materials, often associated with monastic or ritual activity. Local folklore sometimes links them to saintly figures or healing practices.