Holy well in Coolnaleen Lower, County Kerry

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What is recorded here

This well is not marked on any edition of the OS maps. Situation and Description: This well consists of a crescent-shaped depression within which is the well. According to the landowner, this well is associated with St Brigid. The top of the well is mortared and below this is drystone walling. Dingle. Brandon in association with FAS Training and Employment Authority (1995), no. 922.

From the National Monuments Service (Archaeological Survey of Ireland) record KE010-079

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