Why this matters
A local ancient tomb; wider significance not recorded.
Overview
Kilderry — Golanduff is recorded as Burial ground in Monaghan. Situated on a rise in a fairly low-lying landscape. It is described only on the 1907 edition of the OS 6-inch map as Killderry – the church of the oak wood.
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: Locally it is thought to be a burial ground for those killed in a battle.
What was found
The saved account records: Situated on a rise in a fairly low-lying landscape.
What remains
The saved account records: No archaeological feature is visible at ground level in pasture.
Why it mattered
Kilderry — Golanduff matters because a real conflict, loss or destructive event is tied to this exact place. The source records: Locally it is thought to be a burial ground for those killed in a battle. It shows how a wider struggle reached the local landscape and the people using it.
History checked 15 August 2026 against the named sources below.
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