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Burnt mound in Termon

Burnt mound

What is recorded here

In a natural hollow at the S end of the Termon plateau and within a field system (CL006-217----) extending all over the plateau. A burnt mount noted by Keegan (2016, 103-4) although referred to as a fulacht fia. Keegan cites an ITM of 529316, 701203 but her diagram combined with OSi Aerial Premium orthophotos confirm an ITM of 529154, 700678. Described as 'a scattered mound of sandstone and limestone...burnt sandstones are present throughout'. Compiled by: Mary Tunney Date of upload: 8 December 2021
Burnt mound in Termon is a fulacht fia, typically dating to the Early to Middle Bronze Age. These features are significant as they provide insight into prehistoric cooking, water heating, or industrial activities in the landscape.

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