Cloonruff Holy Well

In a low-lying area adjacent to a stream. This well, dry at the time of visit, consists of an unenclosed circular hollow (D 3m) now partially filled with loose stones. Immediately to NNW is a small limesone cross (H 0.68m, Wth 0.61m) which was erected by Patrick Kelly in 1780, according to the inscription on NNW face. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Galway Vol. II - North Galway'. Compiled by Olive Alcock, Kathy de hÓra and Paul Gosling (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1999). Date of upload: 05 August 2010

Linked to Saint Gobnait, the well is traditionally associated with cures for eye ailments and was once a site of pilgrimage. The small limestone cross nearby may mark a devotional focus or commemorate a local saintly tradition.