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Situated c. 10m from the old shoreline of Dillagh Lough. The crannóg was revealed following drainage of the lake in 1982. It comprises an almost circular platform (diam. c. 20m) composed of brushwood and horizontal beams held in position by vertical piles or stakes. Finds included two barrel-staves, a wooden weaving spindle, leather, and pottery of the 13th-15th century.
The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cavan' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1995). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research.
Date of upload/revision: 22 December 2008
This monument is subject to a preservation order made under the National Monuments Acts 1930 to 2014 (PO no. 4/1982).
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