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Holy well

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This is marked on the 1841-42 OS map as a circular enclosure, but on the 1897 OS map as 'Toberna- hornach'. Situation and Description: This well has been completely covered over and no surface trace can be seen. Immediately to the S lies a univallate rath (KE020-050----). The above description is derived from C. Toal, ‘North Kerry Archaeological Survey’. Dingle. Brandon in association with FAS Training and Employment Authority (1995), no. 913. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 3 August 2013
Linked to St. Ronan (or Ronan of Inis Cealtra), the well was traditionally associated with cures for skin ailments and general healing. The name 'Toberna-hornach' suggests a connection to a 'well of the little horn', possibly referencing a ritual or attribute of the saint in local tradition.

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