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Man-made underground passage in Churchfield (costello By.)

Man-made underground passage

What is recorded here

Under the ancient rath in Churchfield, a hidden passage waits beneath the grass. Local tradition claims people dug it long before roads or bridges existed, yet no entrance, stone or mark remains for modern eyes to find. The earth keeps its secret, forcing imagination to do the work of measurement.
Located in a rath (MA092-041----). According to local tradition, there is a Man-made underground passage in the rath. There is no visible trace at ground level. Compiled by: Jane O’Shaughnessy Date of upload: 11 March 2022

This remains an important historical record, but the official description says the monument is no longer visible or has been destroyed. The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.

What survives
No visible remains or recorded as destroyed

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