What is recorded here
Situated on the crest of a hill overlooking the Skerries coastline. Discovered in 1922 during ploughing operations. The capstone was visible in 1939 (NMI File: 11/5/1939).Located on lip of high ridge. Fantastic views north to the Mourne mountains, east over the islands of Skerries and southeast to Lambay Not visible at ground level.
Compiled by: Geraldine Stout
Updated by: Christine Baker
Date of upload: 14 November 2014
A Neolithic cist tomb, dating to approximately 4000–2500 BCE. Its location on a prominent coastal ridge suggests it may have had ritual or symbolic significance related to landscape and visibility.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
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