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Clochan in Eochaill (bar. Árainn)

Clochan

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Clochan in Eochaill stands at the extreme south end of Baile na mBocht, a rectangular dry stone chamber resting on level rock. Its east end has largely vanished, leaving the interior choked with large flags that may be collapsed roof lintels. The structure measures 2.7m by 4m and still shows traces of corbelling at the southwest, hinting at a roof that once closed the space. Whatever life moved through this small chamber has disappeared, but the stones remain tight against the wind.
Part of Baile na mBocht (GA110-162----); on level rock outcrop at extreme S end of this complex of monuments. A rectangular dry stone-built structure (L 2.7m, Wth 4m) with traces of corbelling at SW. The E end is almost destroyed and the interior is filled with several large flags which may be collapsed roof lintels. (Robinson 1980) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Galway Vol. I - West Galway'. Compiled by Paul Gosling (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1993). Date of upload: 05 August 2010

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