Why this matters
Toberball, also known as the Blind Well, is associated with a tradition of healing for eye ailments. It was historically visited by those seeking cures through immersion or drinking the water, with the name possibly reflecting its connection to vision-related folklore.
What is recorded here
Marked on the 1839 and 1925 eds of the OS 6-inch map where it is described as Toberball in gothic script. The name may derive from balbh – dumb, but is probably a corruption of Toberdhall – Blind Well. It is situated at the E edge of a wide N-S valley, but is not visible at ground level. It is not known if it was ever venerated.
Compiled by: Michael Moore
Date of upload: 15 August, 2012
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