What is recorded here

Small apparently circular well now grassed over. The 'Ultan' to whom the well is dedicated may be the 7th-century St Ultan of Ardbraccan, Co. Meath (O'Connell 1937, 39). The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cavan' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1995). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 22 December 2008

Tober Ultan is associated with St Ultan of Ardbraccan, a 7th-century Irish saint known for his monastery in Meath and his reputation for healing. Holy wells dedicated to him were often visited for cures related to fertility and eye ailments.

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