Inauguration stone in Coolcreen

Now situated in the village of Cadamstown, this stone is known locally as the 'Ballykelly Stone' and is locally believed to be the inauguration stone of the O'Flanagans (Feehan 1979, 143). Site consists of a large irregular and well weathered limestone boulder. Moved from its original location in the townland of Coolcreen to its present location in 1978. Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien. Date of upload: 23 May 2011

Likely dating to the early medieval period, the stone was used for the inauguration of local chieftains of the O'Flanagan clan, reflecting a tradition of ritual and political succession in Gaelic society. Local folklore associates the stone with ceremonial significance, though specific rituals are not recorded.