Johnswell Ringfort, ancient site in County Kilkenny

What is recorded here

Map note: Johnswell Ringfort is an ancient site in County Kilkenny, Ireland. The past can keep its secrets; the map gives you a starting point.

Johnswell Ringfort (rath) is recorded as an archaeological place in County Kilkenny.

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