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Burnt mound in Clonea Lower

Burnt mound

Why this matters

Burnt mound in Clonea Lower is a Bronze Age ritual or industrial site, characterised by heated stones and associated features. Its significance lies in providing evidence of early land use and possible ceremonial activity in the local area.

What is recorded here

Located in pasture on level low-lying ground. There is local information regarding an area of broken and burnt stones visible when ploughed in a field called Páirc na Bricí - the brick field. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Waterford' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1999). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Compiled by: Michael Moore. Date of upload: 25th August, 2011.
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