What is recorded here

Lack West is called a fairy fort because people believed fairies lived there, though it is an earthen ringfort built by humans. That much is clear from its shape and place. What is not clear is when it was built, who built it, or what happened inside. The archive has not released that part, so the chamber of time remains closed.

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.