What is recorded here
Situated in pasture on the highest point in the area with wide views all round. Listed as 'Earthwork' in the RMP (1996), named 'Carn' on the OS 1st edition map and named 'Laght Finne' on the OS 6-inch map (1916). A mound (dims. at base 7m N-S; 6m E-W; H 0.3-0.6m), much overgrown, with a flat top (3.1m N-S; 3m E-W) and uneven edges. The name ‘O’Donoghue’s Chair’ (CL011-013002-) also appears on the OS 6-inch maps but there is no evidence of any stone or a stone structure at this location.
Compiled by: Mary Tunney
Date of upload: 17 February 2014
A Neolithic or early Bronze Age cairn; its location suggests ritual or funerary significance.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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