What is recorded here
Situated on high ground with good extensive views. Sub-circular area (diam 47m N-S; 42m E-W) enclosed by an earthen bank (Wth 2m; ext. H 1.5m; int. H 2.5m) and external fosse (Wth 2.5m; ext. D 1m) with entrance gap (Wth 2.2m) at SE.. A long low rise extends from the entrance gap to the centre of the fort which may have been a path of stone and earth.
The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Offaly' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research.
Date of upload: 23 May 2011
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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