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Barrow — ring-barrow in Cumber Upper

Barrow — ring-barrow
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On a low hillock in upland area with good views in all directions. Circular flat topped mound (top diam. 6.4m; base diam. 13m; ext. H 2m) enclosed by a wide flat bottomed fosse (Wth 2m; ext. H 2m) with possible external bank. Large cavity on top of mound due to modern disturbance. Large boulder beside cavity may be result of field clearance/disturbance. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Offaly' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 23 May 2011

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