Standing stone in Glenmakee

A standing stone (DG011-011001-) orientated NE-SW. Beside this Maghtochair (1935, 23) noted 2 other stones which he considered were associated with the standing stone, both lying flat on the ground. Situated on level ground E of the Straid river. The above description was derived from the 'Archaeological Survey of County Donegal. A description of the field antiquities of the County from the Mesolithic Period to the 17th century.' Compiled by: Brian Lacey with Eamon Cody, Claire Cotter, Judy Cuppage, Noel Dunne, Vincent Hurley, Celie O'Rahilly, Paul Walsh and Seán Ó Nualláin (Lifford: Donegal County Council, 1983). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated. Date of upload: 22 September 2008

Likely dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age, this standing stone may have had ritual or ceremonial significance, possibly marking a territorial boundary or serving as an astronomical alignment. Local folklore or specific use is not recorded.