What is recorded here
Univallate rath KE021-119---- is bounded to the NW through N to NE by a fieldbank which curves around the fort. It consists of a sub-circular area enclosed by a bank and external fosse.
The interior contained within are the possible remains of a rectangular house-site; several small mounds are also visible. The house-site's (KE021-119001-) long axis is aligned NW-SE and measures 12m x 6m with walls c 1m thick. It would appear to be divided into three sections of roughly equal size.
The above description is derived from C. Toal, ‘North Kerry Archaeological Survey’. Dingle. Brandon in association with FAS Training and Employment Authority (1995), no. 784. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research.
Date of upload: 2 August 2013
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- What survives
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