Toberfin, holy well in County Cavan

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 is recorded here

Marked on all OS eds. Situated on the NE slope of a steep hill. The well has been infilled and there are no visible remains at ground level.

From the National Monuments Service (Archaeological Survey of Ireland) record CV039-070

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