
What is recorded here
The official Northern Ireland record identifies this as HOLY WELL: TOBERSHANNY. Recorded period: UNCERTAIN. The official map point was placed at the centre of the recorded archaeological site from the source map reference.
Linked to Saint Shannon, Tobershanny well is traditionally associated with healing and protection, with pilgrims historically visiting to seek cures for ailments and to make offerings. The name "Tober" (meaning "well of") reflects an early Christian tradition of saints being connected to holy wells across Ireland.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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