Holy well in Birmore Rock

On a rock called An tlfearnáin, to W of Birmore Island. Known locally as Tobar Bhréannáin, it consists of a natural pothole, exposed at low water, said to be a holy well. Not visited. (Robinson 1985, 53) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Galway Vol. I - West Galway'. Compiled by Paul Gosling (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1993). Date of upload: 05 August 2010

Linked to St. Brenainn (Bréannáin), the well is traditionally associated with healing and protection. Local folklore suggests that the name Tobar Bhréannáin reflects its dedication to this early Irish saint, though the site remains unvisited and little further tradition is recorded.