What is recorded here
On a level landscape just E of the RC church at Whitehall. A limestone block (dims. 2.4m x 1.2m; T 0.3m) on which traditionally St Barry of Kilbarry (RO024-016001-) crossed the River Shannon from Co. Longford. It was found c. 1900 at an unknown place (RO024-018----) in the bed of the river at Kilbarry and brought to its present location. (OS Name Books; Farrell 1996)
See the attached image.
Compiled by: Michael Moore
Date of upload: 24 August 2010
St Barry of Kilbarry, a 7th-century saint associated with monastic foundations in County Roscommon, is traditionally said to have crossed the River Shannon on this limestone block en route from County Longford. The site reflects early Christian pilgrimage traditions and the veneration of saints linked to local landmarks.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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