What is recorded here

No fort remains in Aghawee, though old maps and local memory agree it stood at the edge of a steep southern drop. It faced wide pasture and the Finn Valley, a place bright enough for life and exposed enough to demand courage. The stones may have scattered, been buried or simply stopped being called a fort. What is certain is that the land still holds the shape of the claim: a small strong point set where the valley opens.

There is no trace of the 'Fort' marked on the 1st edition of the OS 6-inch map. It was situated at the edge of a steep drop to the S in excellent pasture with wide views over the Finn Valley. The above description was derived from the 'Archaeological Survey of County Donegal. A description of the field antiquities of the County from the Mesolithic Period to the 17th century.' Compiled by: Brian Lacey with Eamon Cody, Claire Cotter, Judy Cuppage, Noel Dunne, Vincent Hurley, Celie O'Rahilly, Paul Walsh and Seán Ó Nualláin (Lifford: Donegal County Council, 1983). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated. Date of upload: 22 September 2008

This remains an important historical record, but the official description says the monument is no longer visible or has been destroyed. The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.