Metalworking site in Brockagh

Situated on a gentle S-facing slope in close proximity to the monastic remains at Glendalough (WI023-001----, WI023-002----, WI023-003----, WI023-004----, WI023-005----, WI023-006----, WI023-007----, WI023-008----, WI023-009----, WI023-010----, WI023-011----, WI023-012----, WI023-013----, WI023-014----, WI023-015----, WI023-016----, ). A small area of ironworking activity represented by pits and areas of furnace debris discovered during excavation prior to the development of the Visitor Centre. Pottery finds dated the ironworking to the thirteenth or fourteenth century (Manning 1983-4, 342-7). The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Wicklow' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 17 December 2008