What is recorded here

Cooneys Fort is a circular fairy stronghold in County Cavan, Ireland, where a low earthen bank and deep fosse enclose a raised area twenty-eight metres across. A narrow eastern causeway marks the entrance, inviting mortal visitors into a space that belongs to unseen residents. The fort still stands beside modern field drainage, waiting for someone brave or foolish enough to cross its threshold.

Raised circular area (int. diam. c. 28m) enclosed by a low earthen bank and a wide, deep fosse. Outer earthen bank identifiable from ENE-SE-SSW appears to be the result of modern excavation of the fosse which now forms part of the field drainage system. Narrow break in bank with accompanying causeway at E represents original entrance. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cavan' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1995). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 22 December 2008

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