What is recorded here

Boyds Islands are crannog remains in County Mayo, Ireland. They are small artificial islands built in shallow water, likely for shelter, worship or refuge. The exact purpose and date are not clear, but the islands still mark human ingenuity in a remote landscape.

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.

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