Bullaun stone in Kilrush (power)

A conglomerate bullaun stone (dims. c. 1m x 0.7m) with two large shallow basins (diam.: c. 0.5m; D 0.15m; diam.:0.4m; D 0.1m) is built into the E side of the N-S lane just to the W of the graveyard (WA031-043002-) of Kilrush church (WA031-043001-), and c. 30m from tihe junction with the NW-SE Lismore - Dungarvan road (R672). Compiled by: Michael Moore. Date of upload: 25th August, 2011.

Likely dating to the early medieval period, bullaun stones were often used for the preparation of holy or medicinal substances, particularly associated with Christian saints. They may also have had earlier pagan or ritual significance, and are sometimes linked to local folklore involving healing or spiritual power.