Graveyard in Killasseragh

In SW quadrant of large sub-oval enclosure (CO054-057001-), rectangular area (17m N-S; 14m E-W) enclosed by sod-covered foundations of stone wall. Entrance to N (Wth 0.7m) formed by stone slabs (1 to W; 2 to E); according to Franklin (1897, 383) 'these were once removed by a former tenant' but subsequently replaced. Inside line of wall to E is heap of rubble (H c. 1m). Interior level; in pasture; no trace of gravemarkers. According to Franklin (ibid.) 'this is an ancient graveyard'. May be part of early ecclesiastical site associated with St. Lasser. 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

A local ancient tomb; wider significance not recorded.