What is recorded here

Settlement deserted is a settlement deserted (medieval) in Balrath (rathconrath By., Churchtown Ed), County Westmeath, Ireland. The 2025 record notes that the site is located in a pasture field approximately 125 metres north-east of a nearby ringfort. It was identified during an assessment of a tree felling licence application, where satellite imagery showed a series of earthworks reminiscent of a deserted settlement. These features include a possible hollow-way, cultivation ridges, and small fields.

Located in a pasture field c. 125m NE of ringfort (WM025-003----). Found as part of an assessment of a nearby tree felling licence application. Series of features/earthworks visible on satellite imagery reminiscent of a deserted settlement with a possible hollow-way, cultivation ridges and small fields. Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien based on details provided by Johnny Ryan, archaeologist, Forestry Service, DAFM Date of Compilation: 10 November 2025

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