Cross

National Monument No. 471. South cross: A tenth century granite ringed cross with a pyramidal base. There are figured and ornamental panels (base dims. 0.99m x 0.92m; H. 69cm; shaft dims. H. 268cm; 0.38m x 0.23m). (Bradley et al. 1986, vol. 2, 100-01) Harbison 1992, 37-39: Figs. 105-111. Gearóid Conroy Date of upload: 8 September 2016

The Castledermot cross, dating to the tenth century, is a ringed high cross made of granite with a pyramidal base and is associated with early Christian monastic activity in the area. It is stylistically typical of the Irish high crosses of the period and is dedicated to Christian iconography, reflecting the religious significance of the site.