What is recorded here
Close to seashore at An Tuairín Mín, on N bank of a stream. Known locally as Tobar Naomh Thomáis, it consists of a small natural spring with a roughly built stone shrine beside it. Visited on 20th December: it is reputed to have had a cure for eyes (info. T. Robinson). Not visited.
The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Galway Vol. I - West Galway'. Compiled by Paul Gosling (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1993).
Date of upload: 05 August 2010
to be a holy well dedicated to Saint Thomas, associated with healing and protection. Locals traditionally visited the site on 20th December, likely for prayers or to collect blessed water.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
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