What is recorded here
Situated on a fairly level landscape. An area of dark earth and burnt stone is known locally to be visible when ploughed. However, it is not visible on Bing images (2011) where the area is ploughed.
The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Wexford' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1996). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research.
Compiled by: Michael Moore
Date of upload/revision: 7 June, 2012
Amended: 29 April, 2014
Burnt mound in Killabeg is a Bronze Age ritual or industrial site, characterized by a mound of heat-shattered stones and charcoal. Its significance lies in providing evidence of early land use and possible ceremonial activity in the local area.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
Places near here
Killabeg Housefarm house · 668 yd
Solsborough Bridgebridge · 708 yd
Font in KillabegFont · 808 yd
U.N. Peace MemorialMonument · 3.1 mi
National 1798 CentreMuseum · 3.4 mi
CastleCastle, ringwork · 5.2 mi
Pedunculate OakPedunculate Oak · 5.2 mi
European LarchEuropean Larch · 6.1 mi