What is recorded here
Believed to be the site of ancient graveyard and known as 'Gorry na Gorp' (Gairidh na gCorp). There is a tradition that a battle was fought here and the dead were interred afterwards on the spot. Possible cist (LH006-033003-) found here in late 18th century. (CLAJ 1931, 383-4)
Compiled by: Claire Breen
Date of upload: 22 November 2011
A possible Neolithic or early Bronze Age cist burial; associated with a local tradition of a battle and subsequent burial ground. Its significance lies in its potential as an early funerary and historical site linked to local oral tradition.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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