
What is recorded here
To S of Clifden town on a gentle S-facing rise. Indicated on 1st ed. of OS 6-inch map as an irregular enclosed graveyard (c. 30m by c. 45m). Subsequently enlarged and now bounded by a dry stone wall. Older graves, dating from 1800s, are concentrated towards SW and modern graves towards E. There is a holy well (GA035-006002-) in SE part of interior.
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
A local ancient tomb; wider significance not recorded.
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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