What is recorded here
Situated atop mountain with good extensive views. Circular area (diam. 8m N-S) enclosed by dry stone wall (H 0.5m ; T 0.7m) with trig station on E section of wall. Not depicted on 1st. ed. OS 6-inch map and probably contemporary with trig station.
Compiled by: Jean Farrelly and Caimin O'Brien
Date of upload/revision: 22 September 2008
A Neolithic passage tomb, likely dating to the Late Neolithic period (c. 2500–2000 BCE). Its location on a prominent mountain summit suggests ritual or ceremonial significance, possibly linked to landscape orientation or astronomical functions.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
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