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On top of a prominent hill, in rolling upland grassland. There are very good views in all directions. The OS Letters (1839), mention a 'large moat' in this townland and near it, 'some military weapons of great antiquity were dug up many years ago, but none of them can be had at present' (O'Flanagan 1930, vol. 1, 18 (6)). It is shown on the 25-inch OS map as a large raised circular area (int. diam. c. 57m; overall diam. c. 80m). According to O'Kelly (1969, 51), 'The Moat of Gaulstown at 600', a fine earthen structure and prominent landmark, was levelled by a new land-owner in 1962'. Despite this the large circular hillock is still clearly visible (ASIAP (110) 27-33 and 36, 22 July 2000; Digitalglobe imagery viewed 8 January 2019).
Compiled by: Jean Farrelly
Date of upload: 8 January 2019
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