What is recorded here

Fate and human folly both leave marks on rock and soil. The chamber ring at Oldfield displays both, which is why it still stops people watching. What is missing is not gone, but scattered. Remembered facts and forgotten facts both belong in the same vessel. This is an archive, not a claim of superiority.

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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