What is recorded here

Mallow stone stood tall beside the road, its sharp corners worn smooth by generations of cattle rubbing against it. People passed it daily, some touching the warm rock, others driving past without a glance. Development broke the quiet in 2003 when builders struck the stone and pulled it from its socket. The stone still exists, waiting for repair and return, carrying both ancient patience and modern carelessness.

This standing stone (0.35m x 0.35m; H c. 2.3m) is square in plan and tapers towards the top. Packing-stones are visible around the base of the stone. The corners are smooth as a result of it being rubbed against by cattle. This standing stone was damaged in 2003 during development work in the area. The stone has since been entirely removed from its socket and is presently undergoing repair. The above description is derived from 'The Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 5' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 2009). Date of upload: 22 December 2009

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