What is recorded here

Ballycastle is recorded as a graveyard, but no visible marker or account survives to show whose death it held. That absence is not a failure, only a change of shape: the place stopped being a list and became a chamber where memory can be rehearsed.

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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