What is recorded here
On a low ridge within a tree copse. Not indicated on the 1837 or 1887 eds. of the OS 6-inch map. A raised circular area (diam. c. 26m) enclosed by a low bank of earth and stone (Wth 2m; H 0.2m) with fragmentary traces of a shallow external fosse (Wth 1.5m; D 0.1m), which are identifiable only from E-SE-S. The original entrance is not recognisable.
Compiled by: Patrick F. O'Donovan
Date of upload: 28 November 2011
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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