What is recorded here

Situated on a gentle SE-facing slope. The 'Lis' mentioned by Kinahan (1884, 224) is a circular mound (diam. 21m; H 1.2m at N (upslope) - 3.5m at S (downslope)) once planted with large trees of which only the stumps survive; now being replanted with conifers. The top of the mound is flat (diam. 14m) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Wicklow' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 17 December 2008

A fairy fort or earthen ringfort in Ballykean, likely dating to the early medieval period, is characterized by a circular mound with varying heights, suggesting defensive or ritual use. Local tradition and historical references, such as Kinahan's 1884 mention of the "Lis," associate it with both ancient settlement and folklore surrounding fairy realms.

The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.