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What is recorded here

Freestanding rubble limestone retaining wall, built 1849, incorporating bedrock in sections. Rendered to northern section with flight of concrete steps and metal railings. Top of wall forming pavement.

This tall and substantial retaining wall is an interesting and notable feature in Fermoy's townscape. Its survival and intact condition are testaments to the craft involved in its construction. It was built during the Great Famine as a relief scheme to provide employment. It forms a group with two other famine relief schemes in the town which involved lowering the gradient of three steep hills.

This does not grant access. Most recorded buildings are privately owned; view them only from public ground unless the owner allows entry.