DDiscover AloneMapAbout

Fairy fort or earthen ringfort in Cloonacannana

Fairy fort / earthen ringfort
Computer-made picture that does not show Fairy fort or earthen ringfort in CloonacannanaNot a photo of this monument
Computer-made picture. It does not show this monument. · Report the wrong picture

What is recorded here

In pasture, located on a rise, overlooking an expanse of grassland and bog. The ground falls away gently to N for c. 250m toward the River Moy. A tributary stream of the Moy is located 270m to E. The fields to W of the rath are planted with forestry. Raised, roughly circular area (23.6m N–S; 26m E–W) defined by an…

Read the whole record
In pasture, located on a rise, overlooking an expanse of grassland and bog. The ground falls away gently to N for c. 250m toward the River Moy. A tributary stream of the Moy is located 270m to E. The fields to W of the rath are planted with forestry. Raised, roughly circular area (23.6m N–S; 26m E–W) defined by an earthen scarp (Wth slope 1.3m at N, 3m at S; ext. H 1.5m at N, 2.2m at S). The scarp is well-defined. It has a broadly slumped slope at E–S, but elsewhere there is a rather vertical cut to the scarp, suggesting relatively recent modification. A small portion of the external slope has been dug away at N, and areas of erosion by farm stock are evident in parts, revealing that the rath is constructed of silty sandy soil. The interior has a slight slope from the centre to the SW. A slight linear feature, possibly the remnant of a bisecting field fence, extends through the centre of the interior on a NE-SW axis. The interior is grass-covered; hawthorn and brambles ring the perimeter, with gorse at E. An old farm trackway, flanked by field fences, clips the outer edge of the rath.

From the National Monuments Service (Archaeological Survey of Ireland) record MA062-027

The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.

What do you know about this place?Tap to add a comment or ask a question

What you write will be public.

Places near here

Photo credits
  • National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
  • Didier Descouens, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
  • Pamela Norrington, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • JohnArmagh, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
  • Richard Webb, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • Alan Reid, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • Newbert12, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
bridge1.0 mi

Explorer Tom Bridge in Rathscanlan is connected to the Burma Road railway line, which was opened in 1895 under Arthur James Balfour’s Light Railways Act. It sits on the outskirts of Swinford and has a discreet benchmark that’s weathered but still holding its ground. The bridge is a solid piece of civil engineering heritage, built to handle the demands of the Waterford Limerick and Western Railway

mausoleum1.2 mi

Explorer Tom Mausoleum in Rathscanlan is where the Brabazons rest easy while the rabbits outside judge their stone choices. Sir William called himself a patriot, but I think he just liked the view from inside. Count the crows, then count the generations buried there.

Hawthorn1.5 mi

Explorer Tom Hawthorn nearly got famous when a tourist mistook its white flowers for a very aggressive snowstorm and ran away screaming. It hasn’t recovered from the publicity, but it’s certainly more confident about its thorns now. Stick around for the light changing, it's a show.

Procession Of The SoulsMemorial · 1.5 mi

Explorer Tom Procession Of The Souls is a memorial where the dead are definitely walking in a line, which is very organised for people who aren't alive. I bet there’s a hidden treasure down there that turns out to be nothing more than a rusty biscuit tin. It’s got a spooky name but a very bureaucratic feel to it. Bring a map, get lost anyway, that's the fun.

Brabazon WoodsForest · 1.8 mi

Explorer Tom Brabazon Woods would tell you in a job interview that its main skill is standing still for centuries without complaining at all. It sits next to a historic estate, so it’s used to being looked down on by people with better hats. Visit, then text me what you think. I'll pretend to read it.

Youth Memorial GardenMemorial · 1.9 mi

Explorer Tom Youth Memorial Garden: I’m pretty sure this garden has a family tree that’s mostly made up of wind and bad decisions by young men who thought they were invincible. It’s got a lovely, slightly melancholy vibe that makes you want to whisper your secrets to the bushes. The youth here is permanent, which is either comforting or terrifying depending on your mood. Go at sunset and thank me later.

Castle (in Ruins)Castle, unclassified · 2.5 mi

Explorer Tom Rubble Castle has a family tree mostly made up of guesswork and very confident guesses by old men. It’s named after what it looks like: expensive rubble with attitude. Bring biscuits, every good story needs biscuits.

Hennigan's Heritage CentreHeritage attraction · 2.6 mi

Explorer Tom Hennigan's Heritage Centre would cope brilliantly on a reality show, probably winning every challenge by sheer stubbornness and local knowledge. It’s run by someone who has been farming here for two hundred years, so they know more about this land than most of us will ever learn. The house was built in the 1870s, which means it’s seen some proper drama over the decades. Have a sandwich here and it

Round Tower4.9 mi

Explorer Tom Round Tower in Meelick is sick of being asked if it’s actually round, because yes, mate, it’s circular, stop squinting at it from a distance. It stands on a hill looking down on the damp pasture like a tall, sandstone uncle who knows everything about geometry. Bring your nan, she'll know more than me.

Lough Talt TrailVisitor information · 8.9 mi

Explorer Tom Lough Talt Trail has a shortcut that is technically longer if you count the time spent arguing about which way is down. The water supply up there is public, but the ego of this trail seems to be private property. Get there early and have it all to yourself.

Largan HillMountain / peak · 9.7 mi

Explorer Tom Largan Hill in County Sligo is strictly run by a terrier who barks at any cloud that passes overhead. The forest below looks young and confused, probably from all the shouting. Perfect detour when the satnav has a meltdown.

IndicatedWedge tomb · 10.0 mi

Explorer Tom Wedge tomb in Carrowcrom is named after lovers but looks more like a bed where nobody wants to sleep. It’s got a name that sounds romantic but feels a bit dusty and lonely. Go before the tourists find out.

More archaeology and monuments in County Mayo · All of County Mayo

Add to this placeAdd a picture Add a detailed tip Add a story

Explore the map1,093,392 places to discover

Next place · or swipebridge