What is recorded here
Promontory fort stands on a coastal edge in County Cork, Ireland, where stone and sea still touch. Its exact history has not been written publicly, but the shape suggests people once watched the water, defended the land, or simply belonged there. The missing story does not weaken the place; it invites you to stand at the edge and imagine what the view demanded.
The Archaeological Survey of Ireland (ASI) is in the process of providing information on all monuments on The Historic Environment Viewer (HEV). Currently the information for this record has not been uploaded. To access available information for research purposes please make an appointment in advance with the Archive Unit (open Fridays 10.00 am – 5.00 pm), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, The Custom House, Dublin 1 D01W6XO or email NMarchive@housing.gov.ie.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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