What is recorded here
In Trusklieve, a ringfort holds its shape against centuries of rain. Called a fairy fort in local tradition, it suggests something hidden rather than dead. The earth may have served people long before it became a warning not to disturb what it keeps.
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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- What survives
- Recorded monument
Places near here
Knocknagarhoon CastleRuins · 1155 yd
Promontory fortPromontory fort, coastal · 1.1 mi
LisroeFairy fort / earthen ringfort · 1.4 mi
Tullig PointHeadland · 2.1 mi
Church in Moyarta EastChurch · 2.1 mi
Ocean Rowers MemorialMemorial · 2.4 mi
Doonlicka Castle (in Ruins)Castle, tower house · 2.7 mi
Dunlicky PointViewpoint · 2.7 mi
Memorial PlaqueMemorial · 2.7 mi