What is recorded here
Located on the SW-facing slope of Sheemore Hill. This is a grass-covered circular platform (diam. c. 40m) defined by a scarp which is barely perceptible but best preserved (H 0.5-1m) W-N.
The above description is derived from 'The Archaeological Inventory of County Leitrim' compiled by Michael J. Moore (Dublin: Stationery Office, 2003). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research.
Date of upload: 23 September 2008
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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