What is recorded here

Toberbreedy is a holy well hidden in overgrowth southwest of Templebreedy church in County Cork. It is no longer visible, but the name still points to water touched by prayer. The land has taken back the path and margin, leaving only the memory of cleanliness and devotion beneath the green.

To SW of Templebreedy church (CO150-030002-). Site not located due to overgrowth. (Day 1904, 22). The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 1: West Cork' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1992). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 14 January 2009 Images provided by and copyright of Amanda Clarke 2016-2022 https://holywellscorkandkerry.com/

Linked to Saint Breedy, Toberbreedy well is traditionally associated with cures for skin ailments and was historically visited for ritual washing. The name derives from 'Tóber Bhreathaithe', reflecting the saint's connection to the site, though specific folklore or detailed history of the tradition is not well recorded.

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