What is recorded here
Situated on SE facing slope of rock outcrop in an are of poorly drained land immmediately to N of newly constructed silage pit. Natural rock outcrop with single bowl (diam. 0.3m ; D 0.3-0.45m) that is very circular and deep and has been well worked into the surface of the rock outcrop.
Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien
Date of upload/revision: : 19 July 2010
Likely dating to the Early Christian or earlier prehistoric period, bullaun stones were often used for ritual purposes, such as the preparation of holy water or as part of ceremonial practices. They may also be associated with local folklore, including connections to Saintly figures or healing traditions.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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