
What is recorded here
On summit of steep hill, in pasture. Large sand quarry immediately to W and a large portion of the hill has been removed. Marked as 'The Mile Bush' on both the 1840 and 1907 ed. OS 6-inch maps. The 'Mile bush' referred to no longer exists, however, local tradition still respects the location of the mile bush and several unsuccessful attempts have been made to replant a bush (blackthorn). The name 'Mile' is probably a corruption of bile which is an Irish word meaning sacred tree.
Compiled by: Jean Farrelly
Date of upload: 19 November 2013
This remains an important historical record, but the official description says the monument is no longer visible or has been destroyed. The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- No visible remains or recorded as destroyed
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