What is recorded here
On a slight rise in grassland. This rectilinear graveyard (c. 55m NNE-SSW; c. 53m E-W) is defined by a stone wall. Access is via a gateway at SW. The ruins of a church (GA106-103001-) occupy its NE sector and the remains of a round tower (GA106-103005) stand in its NW sector. The headstones date from the 18th century. Numerous architectural fragments from the church, many bearing Romanesque decoration, are scattered around the graveyard. According to local information, there is a children's burial ground (GA106-103004-) immediately to the N of the E end of the church.
Compiled by: Olive Alcock
Date of upload: 10 March 2020
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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