What is recorded here
In a ravine running ENE-WSW, in rough pasture within a large multiperiod field system (CL009-013001-). Listed as ‘Cist’ in the RMP (1996). Indicated at ITM 520427, 698305 on an annotated 6-inch map (pers. comm. Tom Coffey, SMR file). On inspection in 1998 no visible remains were found at that location.
Compiled by: Mary Tunney and Conn Herriott
Date of upload: 21 June 2022
Cist in Ballymurphy is a small prehistoric stone burial chamber, likely dating to the Neolithic or Early Bronze Age. Its presence within a multiperiod landscape highlights the area's long-term cultural and ritual significance.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
Places near here
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Cullaun 5 (C5b)Cave · 2.3 mi
Poulnabrone - Burren GeositeVisitor information · 2.3 mi
The Portal TombVisitor information · 2.4 mi