What is recorded here

Birmingham Demesne preserves a true ringfort, an earthen circle built by human hands long before modern maps. It is not a fairy fort despite the local name, yet that mistaken label reveals how much deeper the site feels beneath its quiet surface. The land remembers shape and purpose even when people forget the name.

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.

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