Fainins Well

On rock outcrop at highest point of Glenbower Wood. Not shown on 1842 or 1902 OS 6-inch maps. Irregular stone with central circular hollow (diam. 0.4m; D 0.2m). Subrectangular stone beside, with rectangular socket (L 0.2m; Wth 0.1m; D 0.15m) set off-centre. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 2: East and South Cork' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1994). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 14 January 2009 Image provided by and copyright of Amanda Clarke 2016-2022 https://holywellscorkandkerry.com/

Likely prehistoric, the central hollow may indicate a ritual or water-related function, possibly a well or offering site. Such features are often linked to local folklore or veneration of natural landmarks.