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Irregular shallow promontory (27m NW-SE; 32m NE-SW) projecting E into Atlantic. Excavated by O'Kelly (1952, 26-9) but few signs of occupation in interior; two hearth sites and a single post-hole found. Defenses sectioned: stone-faced bank (H c. 4ft 9in) terraced on the inside; fosse (D 12 ft) rock-cut at base. Outer bank and terracing noted by Westropp (1914-15, 286), was found to be modern. Promontory now covered by rough grazing; both seaward edges of defences suffering from erosion.
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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