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Holy well in Knoppoge North

Holy well
Holy well in Knoppoge North
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This well is not marked on any edition of the OS maps. Situation and Description: This well is situated within a rectangular trough, 2.35m x 1.75m x .65m. A small stream flows out of it towards the Cashen river to the N. The well was very important in the locality up to 20 years ago and was known locally as Moin an Bhradáin, the word bradán (salmon) possibly suggesting a religious connection. The above description is derived from C. Toal, ‘North Kerry Archaeological Survey’. Dingle. Brandon in association with FAS Training and Employment Authority (1995), no. 921. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 3 August 2013
A local holy well or ritual site; wider significance not recorded.

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