Standing stone in Rathkeale

In pasture, on a break in a gentle E-facing slope. A rectangular limestone upright (H 1.06m; Wth 0.35m; T 0.16m), leaning slightly to the S, with its long axis aligned E-W. The edges of the stone have been rubbed smooth by cattle, who have also worn a shallow hollow around its base. This stone was removed sometime prior to 2005 judging by aerial photographic evidence and an unfinished bungalow now occupies the site. Compiled by: Denis Power Date of upload/revision: 6 September 2016

Probably dating to the Bronze Age (c. 2500–500 BCE), this standing stone may have had ritual or territorial significance. Its smooth edges suggest prolonged contact with the environment or possible human handling, though specific folklore or use remains unrecorded.