Pit-burial in Kilbride (talbotstown Lower By.)

Pit lined with stones, containing a cremation, found just below the surface in a field (Herity 1969, 21-37; NMI 1959-18). Not visible at ground level. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Wicklow' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 17 December 2008

Pit-burial in Kilbride is a simple funerary pit dating to the Early Medieval period, used for cremation burial. Its significance lies in providing evidence of local burial practices and the presence of a settled community in the area during this period.