Standing stone in Lerrig South

This stone is situated in the E sector of a circular enclosure (KE020-030001-) that is now barely visible. It rises to a height of 1.19m, is .85m wide, .55m thick. It has a rectangular plan and packing stones are visible around the base. The above description is derived from C. Toal, ‘North Kerry Archaeological Survey’. Dingle. Brandon in association with FAS Training and Employment Authority (1995), no. 22. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 1 August 2013

Probably dating to the Late Neolithic or Early Bronze Age, this standing stone may have had a ritual or ceremonial function within the enclosed landscape. Its placement suggests association with burial or territorial markers, though specific folklore or use is not recorded.