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Enclosure in Rahoneen

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Internal diameter 33.3m N-S, 30m E-W This univallate rath is situated to the S of Tobernahornah holy well (KE020-050001-) in the corner of a field. Rahoneen Castle (KE020-058001-) can clearly be seen to the W. It has been much levelled and is barely distinguishable above the ground. It consists of a circular area enclosed by a low, wide earthen bank. The bank is c 5.8m wide and rises to .6m-.9m high both internally and externally. The above description is derived from C. Toal, ‘North Kerry Archaeological Survey’. Dingle. Brandon in association with FAS Training and Employment Authority (1995), no. 703. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 2 August 2013

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