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Mound in Rathkea

Mound

What is recorded here

In improved pasture, on a gentle S-facing slope. Circular area (diam. 12.7m) defined by steep scarp (Wth 7m, H 2.6m at S; Wth 5.7, H 2.25m at N; Wth 6.25, H 2.25m at E; Wth 6.4, H 2.15m at W). Large mature sycamore tree growing out of base of scarp at S. Grass covered, but eroded by livestock. Field boundary to W has been removed. Compiled by: Jean Farrelly Date of upload: 26 August 2011

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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