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Sunday Well

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Sunday Well
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According to the OSL (Herity 2002, 56 (164)), ' … 'Sunday Well' … was formerly frequented and … a patron was held at certain periods.' In 1972, the well, in level, poorly drained pasture, was found to be covered with a concrete cap housing an iron cover and enclosed by iron railings (SMR file). Jackson (1979-80, 153) comments, 'The well is not remembered in the area … .' Compiled by: Gearóid Conroy Date of upload: 10 June 2011
Linked to an unspecified saint or local tradition, the well was historically visited for its perceived curative or spiritual properties, with a patron saint celebrated at certain times. The site reflects a common pattern of early Christian holy wells in Ireland, often associated with healing and seasonal rituals.

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