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Mound in Reask

Mound

What is recorded here

In improved pasture, located on top of a hill in undulating terrain; extensive views in all directions. This mound is not shown on any edition of the OS 6-inch maps. A low, sub-rectangular, flat-topped mound or platform (11.5m NW-SE; 10m NE-SW; H 0.7m at NE, 1.2m at NW) with large stones protruding randomly from the sides. The top of the mound rises slightly at the NW end, creating the impression of a slight central dip. A field fence which bordered the NW side of the mound has been removed. Compiled by: Jane O’Shaughnessy Date of upload: 25 May 2022
A low, sub-rectangular, flat-topped mound or platform, likely a Bronze Age fulacht fiadh or ritual/prehistoric platform; its significance is not fully established but may relate to early ceremonial or domestic activity.

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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