What is recorded here
Situated on a hillside in a very prominent position with excellent views to W, N and E. A subcircular area (diam. 19.8m N-S) defined by low earthen bank (Wth c. 2.2m; ext. H c. 1.05m, int. H c. 0.2m W c. 2.2m) best preserved at W.
The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research.
Date of upload: 17 December 2007
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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