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Holy well in Carngarrow

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Holy well in Carngarrow
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This holy well which consists of a hole in the ground measuring 2m by 1.5m across and 1m deep, is revetted by stones. Behind it is a partly grassed-over cairn of loose stones. There is one massive block in the cairn. Beside the well is a waisted stone .22m high. It broadens either side of its constricted middle .22m and 0.12m respectively. It is sited in slightly wettish pasture land and is dedicated to St. Patrick. (Ó Muirgheasa No. 72) The above description was derived from the 'Archaeological Survey of County Donegal. A description of the field antiquities of the County from the Mesolithic Period to the 17th century.' Compiled by: Brian Lacey with Eamon Cody, Claire Cotter, Judy Cuppage, Noel Dunne, Vincent Hurley, Celie O'Rahilly, Paul Walsh and Seán Ó Nualláin (Lifford: Donegal County Council, 1983). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated. Date of upload: 22 September 2008

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