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Stone circle in Glengoole South

Stone circle

What is recorded here

In grassland on high ground with panoramic views in all directions, nearby ringfort (TS054-012001-) 45m to the E. Stone circle on top of Quinlan's Hill which was recorded in 1938 and has subsequently been levelled. Monument in grassland with so evidence of stone circle or associated enclosure or platform (TS054-011002-) visible. Monument described in 1938 as a stone circle consisting of seven upright stones enclosing a circular area (int. diam. 10m N-S; 27m E-W) with an upright stone (diam. 6ft [1.8m]) in the centre of the circle. Not visible at ground level. Compiled by: Jean Farrelly Date of upload: 26 August 2011
Likely dating to the Late Neolithic or Early Bronze Age, the stone circle may have been used for ceremonial or astronomical purposes, given its elevated position and wide views. Its association with a nearby ringfort suggests later reuse or continuity of ritual activity in the landscape.

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