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Reported and investigated 1971; earlier report c. 1938 (UCC). Four earth-cut chambers, joined by creepways, and arranged in a cruciform plan. Entrance shaft (L 4m) from surface to chamber 1. Dimensions: Chambers 1, 2 and 3 (c. L 2m; Wth 1.5m; H 0.8m). Present access through collapsed roof chamber 4 which is much disturbed. Burial ground (CO147-015002-) c. 100m to E. (Twohig 1973, 36-9).
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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