Indicated

On the E facing slope of a rise, and under a holly tree. A drystone built altar (dims 1.9m N-S; 2m E-W; H 0.8-1m), with drystone walls extending down the slope E from the NE corner (L 2m; T 0.7m; H 0.4-1m) and SE from the SE corner (L 5.3m; T 0.7m; H 0.2-1m). A slab (dims 0.4m x 0.05m;) which has a cross (H 0.34m; Wth 0.3m) created with a shallow incision (Wth 0.03m; D 0.01m) on its E face protrudes from the top of the altar (H 1.03m). The above description is derived from 'The Archaeological Inventory of County Leitrim' compiled by Michael J. Moore (Dublin: Stationery Office, 2003). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 23 September 2008

Linked to Saint Indicated, the site is traditionally associated with cures for skin ailments and general well-being. The holly tree and drystone altar suggest a long-standing Christian and possibly pre-Christian ritual significance, with holly often symbolizing protection and healing in Irish folklore.