What is recorded here

No grave marker remains, no name is recorded and no date is known. The site is called The Big Mans Grave, but the man himself has disappeared entirely. What is left is a shape in County Cavan and a warning about how quickly identity can leave the world.

The Archaeological Survey of Ireland (ASI) is in the process of providing information on all monuments on The Historic Environment Viewer (HEV). Currently the information for this record has not been uploaded. To access available information for research purposes please make an appointment in advance with the Archive Unit (open Fridays 10.00 am – 5.00 pm), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, The Custom House, Dublin 1 D01W6XO or email NMarchive@housing.gov.ie.

The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.