Mass-rock in Drumgoosat

Situated in pasture on the floor of a small N-S stream c. 25m SE of NE-SW section of the stream. This is a rectangular stone (dims 0.75m x 0.35m; H 0.4m) with two whitethorn trees growing over it. A commemorative Mass was celebrated here c. 1980, and it is well known locally, although not mentioned by the sources (Ó Gallachair 1957). See the attached image _1 from S Compiled by: Michael Moore Date of upload: 20 June, 2016

This mass-rock is associated with the practice of secret Catholic Masses during periods of religious persecution in Ireland, often linked to the celebration of Mass by priests in hiding. The presence of whitethorn trees, which are commonly found at such sites, may reflect local traditions connecting these trees with sacred or protective qualities.