Gallauns in Cornaire, wedge tomb in County Cork

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What is recorded here

On small platform on steep N-facing slope of Sruhaunphadeen valley to NE of Douce Mountain. Comprises ruined gallery (L c. 3.5m; Wth 0.5m at E end), aligned ENE-WSW, irregularly constructed of small stones and surrounded by closely-set outer walling. Two fallen stones at W end may be remains of facade. Incorporated in mound on edge of which lie two slabs, possibly displaced roofstones. (de Valera and Ó Nualláin 1982, 24-5, Co. 34) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume IV. Counties Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Tipperary. (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1982)

From the National Monuments Service (Archaeological Survey of Ireland) record CO093-007

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