What is recorded here

Tobar Patrick is a stone-built well among thorn trees. The above description was derived from the 'Archaeological Survey of County Donegal. A description of the field antiquities of the County from the Mesolithic Period to the 17th century.' Compiled by: Brian Lacey with Eamon Cody, Claire Cotter, Judy Cuppage, Noel Dunne, Vincent Hurley, Celie O'Rahilly, Paul Walsh and Seán Ó Nualláin (Lifford: Donegal County Council, 1983). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated. Date of upload: 22 September 2008

Linked to Saint Patrick, the well is traditionally associated with healing and spiritual protection. Such wells were often sites of pilgrimage and seasonal rituals in early Christian Ireland.

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