St. Bridgets Chair

Situated on a gentle NE-facing slope overlooking a stream, c. 280m NE of 'St. Bridgets Head Stone' (WI027-031001-), and c. 100m W of 'St. Bridgets Well' (WI027-031003-). A flat oval slab surrounded by a low wall of upright stones, with a gap at the W side (Wth 1.2m). Opposite the gap, on the E wall, is a small cross-slab (H 0.6m; Wth 0.52m), with a simple Latin cross in relief. Possibly associated with the ecclesiastical site at Colvinstown Upper (WI027-034001-). The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Wicklow' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 17 December 2008 This monument is subject to a preservation order made under the National Monuments Acts 1930 to 2014 (PO no. 111/1940).

Linked to St. Brigid of Kildare, the site is traditionally associated with healing and fertility rituals. Local folklore suggests the "chair" was where the saint rested, and it was once used in seasonal ceremonies to ensure good harvests and protection for livestock.