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Crannlaght Tree — Modeshil (sankey)

Ritual site — holy tree/bush
Crannlaght Tree — Modeshil (sankey)
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Why this matters

Linked to Saint Sancho (Sankey), the site is traditionally associated with healing rituals and the veneration of the sacred tree, believed to offer protection and cure for ailments. The name "Crannlaght" (meaning "sacred tree") suggests a pre-Christian druidic origin later Christianized, with the tree possibly marking a site of local pilgrimage or seasonal festivals.

What is recorded here

On generally level, modern roadside margin (Wth c. 8.5m) adjacent to NW of tertiary road. Named 'Crannlaght Tree' on 1st (1840) ed. OS 6-inch map. Modeshill settlement cluster (TS063-023----) including a church (TS063-023001-) and graveyard (TS063-023002-) are c. 500m along this tertiary road to the NE. It is not visible at ground level. Compiled by: Jean Farrelly Date of upload: 26 August 2011
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