What is recorded here
Ballynasare holds a genuine earthen ringfort mislabelled as a fairy fort, proving human hands built the circle before folklore renamed it. The distinction matters because it separates invention from architecture.
The Archaeological Survey of Ireland (ASI) is in the process of providing information on all monuments on The Historic Environment Viewer (HEV). Currently the information for this record has not been uploaded. To access available information for research purposes please make an appointment in advance with the Archive Unit (open Fridays 10.00 am – 5.00 pm), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, The Custom House, Dublin 1 D01W6XO or email NMarchive@housing.gov.ie.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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Ardfert FriaryVisitor information · 2.3 mi
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