Why this matters

Likely dating to the Bronze Age, the Gallaun standing stone may have functioned as a territorial marker or ceremonial monument. Its alignment and prominent position suggest a possible astronomical or ritual significance, though specific folklore or use remains unrecorded.

What is recorded here

In pasture with views in every direction. Rectangular stone aligned NNE-SSW (H 1.6m; 2.05m x 0.44m). The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 1: West Cork' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1992). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 14 January 2009

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