Overview
Pit in Flemingtown is recorded as Pit in Dublin. 05R0137) identified a series of anomalies that suggested the presence of potential archaeological features. Test excavation confirmed the presence of a pit cluster that consisted of at least six pits, circular in plan (average 0.30m diam.) with similar charcoal rich fills with burnt bone inclusions (Elliot 2007, 286).
Why it was made
The saved account records: 05R0137) identified a series of anomalies that suggested the presence of potential archaeological features.
People and events
The saved account records: Test excavation confirmed the presence of a pit cluster that consisted of at least six pits, circular in plan (average 0.30m diam.) with similar charcoal rich fills with burnt bone inclusions (Elliot 2007, 286).
How it worked
The label Pit gives the safest clue to purpose or form. It does not by itself prove the exact building method, daily use, age or sequence of changes at this place.
What remains
The official record fixes the place and calls it Pit. It does not provide a full list of finds or a current condition report, so visible and buried remains are not guessed.
Why it mattered
Pit in Flemingtown matters as a recorded pit tied to an exact landscape. The account keeps what is known useful while leaving names, dates and claims unsupported by the source visibly open.
History checked 15 August 2026 against the named sources below.
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