What is recorded here
Partially excavated in advance of construction of the N9/N10 Kilcullen-Waterford Road (Excavation Licence number E2586). A pit (max. excavated dimensions: L 2.26m; Wth 1.6m; D 0.63m) which was re-cut twice and contained burnt stones, animal bones and charcoal. Associated with the fulacht fia (CW007-104----). (Breen G, 2009, 13)
Reference:
Breen G. 2009 N9/N10 Kilcullen to Waterford Scheme: Kilcullen to Powerstown. Archaeological Services Contract No. 4 - Resolution, Prumpelstown to Powerstown. Final Report on archaeological investigations at site E2586, in the townland of Johnstown, Co. Carlow. Unpublished report, Headland Archaeology (Ireland) Ltd., Cork
Compiled by: Claire Breen
Date of upload: 10 November 2010
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