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Burnt mound in Lismacbryan

Burnt mound

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Situated at the base of a W-facing slope of a ridge which borders a tract of flat, wet pasture. The mound is evident as a slight semi-circular rise (c. 12m N-S; c. 9m E-W) in ground level bordering the W side of a N-S field drain (Wth. 1.6m; D 1m). A layer (L 11.4m; D 0.6-0.8m) of burnt stone and charcoal is exposed in section in both faces of the drain. In the E section it is clear that the mound material is accumulated against the slope of the ridge. There is a possible burnt mound (SL019-228----) c. 100m to SE. Compiled by: Jane O'Shaughnessy Date of upload: 12 May 2011
Burnt mound in Lismacbryan is a Bronze Age ritual or domestic site, likely used for heat-related activities such as cooking or ceremonial purposes. Its location and construction suggest it was part of a broader landscape of early farming and settlement in the region.

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