Tober Bride

Marked on the OS 6-inch maps as Toberbride. It is known locally as Tobar Aibheog and has been modernised. Described by Ó Muirgheasa in 1936 as 'There is a Holy Well near Lismulduff N. S., parish of Killygordon. It is called Tobar Avig, with accent on the v' (Ó Muirgheasa 1936, 155). (Ó Muirgheasa No. 75 and O'Duffy 1968, 274-288) The above description was derived from the 'Archaeological Survey of County Donegal. A description of the field antiquities of the County from the Mesolithic Period to the 17th century.' Compiled by: Brian Lacey with Eamon Cody, Claire Cotter, Judy Cuppage, Noel Dunne, Vincent Hurley, Celie O'Rahilly, Paul Walsh and Seán Ó Nualláin (Lifford: Donegal County Council, 1983). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated. Compiled by Caimin O'Brien Date of upload/revision: 03 November 2011

Linked to Saint Bride (Brigid), the well is associated with traditional Celtic worship and is known for its healing properties, particularly for ailments of the eyes and general well-being. The name Tobar Aibheog suggests a connection to perpetual or living water, a common feature of holy wells dedicated to Saint Brigid.