
Why this matters
A local fairy fort (ringfort/rath); wider significance not recorded.
Overview
Indicated — Ringlestown is recorded as Ceremonial enclosure in Meath. Located on top of a prominent hill. This is a large circular and slightly domed area (diam.
Who made it and when
The saved account records: In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research.
How it was made and used
The saved account records: D 0.3m) inside the inner bank SE-S, and entrances through the inner bank at NE (Wth of base 2.75m) and SE (Wth of base 1.5m).
What was found
The saved account records: c. 160m NNE-SSW) c. 50m to the W at the closest point produced no related material (excavations.ie 2019:691).
What remains
The saved account records: H 0.9m) which has an external facing of stones in places.
Why it mattered
Indicated — Ringlestown matters because the source ties ceremonial enclosure to this exact landscape and preserves evidence that a bare map name loses. The saved account adds: Located on top of a prominent hill.
History checked 15 August 2026 against the named sources below.
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