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Barrow

Barrow, ditch barrow

What is recorded here

In improved, lush pasture, on a raised area of a gently undulating field. Oval area (dims. 5.9m NE-SW; 3.25m NW-SE) defined by fosse (Wth 1.95m; H 0.15m) which is best preserved at NW (max. D 0.2m). Identified during a survey by Eoin Grogan. Compiled by: Jean Farrelly Date of upload: 26 August 2011
Ditch barrow, likely dating to the Early Bronze Age. This type of monument is significant as an early form of burial and ceremonial earthwork, reflecting early funerary practices in the region.

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Recorded monument

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