What is recorded here
Located on a platform rising from a W-facing slope on the western approach to Maum Pass. Circular grass-covered area (int. diam. 8.3-8.8m) defined by a stone wall-footing (Wth 0.6-1m). There is an entrance gap (Wth 3.4m) at S. (Moore 1995, 198-9, 216, 241, G15)
This monument forms part of the national monument complex at Coumaraglinmountain (National Monuments (Preservation) Order No. 4 of 1996).
The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Waterford' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1999). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research.
Compiled by: Michael Moore
Date of upload/revision: 6 May 2011
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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