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Bawn
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Marked on 1841 and 1881 editions of the OS 6-inch maps but not on later editions Subrectangular area (dims. 58m E-W, 42m N-S) defined by a bank along W, N and E sides and by a scarp at S. A slight fosse survives along N side. Evidence of stone in bank material at N, possible entrance at NE. Internal N-S bank in E half of enclosure. What appears to be a circular structure, in NE angle of enclosure, is visible on aerial photograph (CUCAP V 300, 712); possibly the remains of an unclassified castle (LA002-007001-) and bawn. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 17 December 2007

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