Tobernasool — Dunmanus West

Holy well

Why this matters

Tobernasool is traditionally associated with Saint Sool, a lesser-known early Irish saint, and was likely a site of pilgrimage and healing. Holy wells dedicated to Saint Sool are found in various parts of Ireland, often linked to cures for skin ailments and general well-being.

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What is recorded here

According to O'Donoghue (1986, 7) 'at the west of the townland is Tobernasool'. Unable to locate. 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

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