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At SW corner of crossroads. Rectangular graveyard (60m E-W; 53m N-S) enclosed by low wall of uncoursed limestone rubble. In use; gravestones date from late 18th century; arched burial vault topped by chest tomb in NW quadrant; second arched vault in SW quadrant, second chest tomb in NE corner. Contained parish church of Shandrum which was in ruins in 1615 and had probably disappeared by 1694 (Grove White 1905-25, vol. 4, 205); Down Survey (1655-6) (1655-6) barony map shows a church in approximately this location.
The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 4: North Cork' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 2000). 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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