Standing stone in Leataoibh Meánach

This, the tallest standing stone in Corca Dhuibhne, is situated on the E side of the broad crescent of lowlying land S of Smerwick harbour, in generally poorly drained pastureland at the base of Lateevemore. The rectilinear block, narrowing to a pointed top on its S side, stands c. 4.75m high and measures a maximum of 1.65m x .8m at base; NE-SW. The depression surrounding the base probably results from its use as a scratching post by cattle. The above description is derived from J. Cuppage, ‘Corca Dhuibhne. Dingle Peninsula archaeological survey. Ballyferriter. Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne’ (1986), no. 129. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 4 August 2013

This standing stone likely dates to the Late Neolithic or Bronze Age and may have functioned as a territorial marker or ceremonial monument. No specific folklore or detailed use is recorded for this site.