Midden in Ballinlough

On N side of Douglas river estuary. According to Coleman (1945, 62-3) 'an early vertical weathered face of clay and stones some 15 feet from high-water level shows a layer of shells, bones, etc., extending horizontally for about 6 feet, and 12 ins above the shore level. Over the layer is 3 feet of sandy clay and stones'. Layer was composed of opened shells, ox and pig bones. Fragments of modern pottery and glass were also found. Coleman concluded that the midden was 18th or early 19th century in date. Site now in Mahon golf course; no visible surface trace.

On N side of Douglas river estuary. According to Coleman (1945, 62-3) 'an early vertical weathered face of clay and stones some 15 feet from high-water level shows a layer of shells, bones, etc., extending horizontally for about 6 feet, and 12 ins above the shore level. Over the layer is 3 feet of sandy clay and stones'. Layer was composed of opened shells, ox and pig bones. Fragments of modern pottery and glass…