What is recorded here

Cappagh (gowran By.) holds a genuine ringfort, not a fictional fairy fort, although local names often blur that boundary. Earth and stone still mark the place where people lived, defended themselves and forgot the names of everyone who died inside. The fort is not a joke or a marker for hidden worlds; it is a human residence that time has stripped of its owners.

The Archaeological Survey of Ireland (ASI) is in the process of providing information on all monuments on The Historic Environment Viewer (HEV). Currently the information for this record has not been uploaded. To access available information for research purposes please make an appointment in advance with the Archive Unit (open Fridays 10.00 am – 5.00 pm), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, The Custom House, Dublin 1 D01W6XO or email NMarchive@housing.gov.ie.

The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.