What is recorded here

Ooankeagh holds a stone ringfort that locals call a fairy fort, blending human history with claret mythology. The cashel structure still stands in County Clare, inviting wonder about whether it housed people or something else entirely. Its stones preserve both possibilities, waiting for whoever is brave enough to ask them questions.

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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