What is recorded here
At the SE end of Inishshark. Named ‘Ooghleo’ on the 1838 edition and 1898 resurvey of the OS 6-inch map, this consists of a steep-sided and dangerous inlet at the end of which there is a small cave, which is associated with St Leo. According to the Ordnance Survey Letters, the saint is said to have spent much of his time in meditation here (O’Flanagan 1927, Vol. 1, 486). His holy well (GA009D006----) is located on the E side of the inlet.
Compiled by: Olive Alcock
Date of upload: 29 March 2023
A local holy well or ritual site; wider significance not recorded.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
Places near here
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North BeachBeach / strand · 1.9 mi
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Barrack PointHeadland · 2.2 mi
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