What is recorded here
Holy well in Ballykeroge Big, Ballykeroge Little is a holy well in Ballykeroge Big, Ballykeroge Little, County Waterford, Ireland. Power recorded in 1952 that a reputed holy well called Tobar na mBráthar, the Brothers' Well, was known at Ballykeroge. That account also stated the well remained unlocated.
According to Power (1952, 149-50) there was a reputed holy well at Ballykeroge called Tobar na mBráthar - the Brothers' Well. It remains unlocated.
Compiled by: Michael Moore.
Date of upload: 26th April, 2011.
Linked to Tobar na mBráthar, or the Brothers' Well, the site is traditionally associated with Saint Brigid or an early monastic tradition, as the name suggests a connection to brotherhood or monastic life. No specific cures or rituals are recorded, but such wells were often used for baptism, healing, or seasonal observances in early Christian Ireland.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
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