What is recorded here

No visible monument is recorded at the supplied coordinates. The facts contain two different Gallaun stones: one in County Cork and one in County Kerry. Ask for the intended place before writing the story.

On top of a hillock with commanding view in every direction. Rectangular stone (H 2.13m; 0.96m x 0.55m), long axis WNW-ESE. 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

Likely dating to the Bronze Age, the stone's position on a prominent hillock suggests it may have had ceremonial or territorial significance. No specific folklore or recorded use has been associated with this site.

The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.