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Farrells Well

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Farrells Well
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On SW-facing slope. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 2: East and South Cork' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1994). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 14 January 2009 Images provided by and copyright of Amanda Clarke 2016-2022 https://holywellscorkandkerry.com/
Farrells Well is associated with Saint Farrell, a lesser-known early Irish saint, and is traditionally linked to cures for skin ailments and general well-being. Holy wells dedicated to Saint Farrell are often found in remote rural settings, reflecting the early Christian tradition of associating saints with healing sites in the landscape.

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