Holy Well

Stream flowing into natural rock pool. No longer in holy use. 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 Images provided by and copyright of Amanda Clarke 2016-2022 https://holywellscorkandkerry.com/

Linked to Saint Gobnait, the well was traditionally associated with cures for eye ailments and general healing. The site reflects early Christian pilgrimage practices, though its sacred use has since declined.