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Field boundary in Sheeauns

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In a low-lying position, in cutaway bog, between a small stream to W and higher ground to E. A discontinuous stretch of pre-bog field wall (L 70m), running ENE-WSW. Built of irregular blocks including some quartz boulders, partly robbed. Bifurcates at WSW end as it approaches the stream. Overlooked by a standing stone (GA022-015001-) to NW. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Galway Vol. I - West Galway'. Compiled by Paul Gosling (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1993). Date of upload: 05 August 2010

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