Why this matters

Linked to St. Einne (or Eibhlin), an early Irish saint associated with healing and local monastic tradition; the site reflects a fusion of Christian devotion and prehistoric monument veneration, common in early medieval Ireland. The cross and plaques suggest continued reverence into the 19th century, possibly as a place of pilgrimage or prayer.

What is recorded here

Stands 12m SE of GA111-022001-. An almost square mortared pier (L 1.1m, Wth 0.9m, H 1.9m) surmounted by a cross bearing the letters IHS. The NE face contains two plaques commemorating 'Capt Anthony O Flaherty', dated 1822. (Robinson 1980) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Galway Vol. I - West Galway'. Compiled by Paul Gosling (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1993). Date of upload: 05 August 2010

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