What is recorded here
Grave Yd is a rectangular graveyard on the east shore of the Ilen estuary in County Cork, Ireland. A low stone wall encloses headstones dating from the early 19th century to the present day. A church stands in the centre, and the yard extends south to include a Church of Ireland church. The place has served as a burial ground for generations along the estuary.
On E shore of Ilen estuary. Rectangular area enclosed by low stone wall. Headstones date from early 19th century to present day. Church (CO150-005003-) in centre. Graveyard extended to S containing C of I church (CO150-005002-).
The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 1: West Cork' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1992). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research.
Date of upload/revision: 14 January 2009
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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