Holy well in Kilbreedy (coshma By., Bruree Ed)

Ó Danachair (1955, 210) recorded the following details about this holy well; 'Saint Bridget's Well" local name. Not on maps. A small clear pool, roughly lined with large stones. One large stone is set on edge beside the well. On the roadside, with a stile leading in to the well. Rounds are still made, but by few. Formerly very popular, especially for the cure of sore eyes'. Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 03 July 2019

Linked to Saint Brigid, the well is associated with her widespread cult in Ireland and may have been a site of pilgrimage or healing. Traditionally, such wells were believed to offer protection, fertility, and cure for ailments, with rituals often involving the collection of water on specific feast days.