Tobergobbun

Ó Danachair (1955, 216-7) recorded the following details about this holy well; 'Tobergobbun on 1840 map. "Tobar Ghobain, St Gobban's Well". OSNB. A shallow well, four feet in diameter, with a moderate spring. "This well is remarkable for the curing of many diseases, there is a treasure supposed to be hidden here which is guarded by a serpent". OSNB. No devotions now, but known to have been a holy well. Rounds were made for the cure of eye ailments. A wooden piggin was left at the well for the use of pilgrims'. See attached photos taken in 1954 by Caoimhín Ó Danachair, courtesy of and © National Folklore Collection, UCD. The Photographic Collection, F025.21.00453 accessible online at www.duchas.ie/en/cbeg/31010; F025.21.00454 accessible online at www.duchas.ie/en/cbeg/17080 and F025.21.00452 accessible online at www.duchas.ie/en/cbeg/17080. Compiled and revised by: Caimin O'Brien Date of revised upload: 3 October 2020

is dedicated to St Gobban, a 7th-century Irish monk and patron saint of blacksmiths, known for his ascetic life and reputed healing powers. The well was traditionally visited for its curative properties, particularly for ailments of the eyes and livestock health, with rituals often involving the collection of water on specific holy days.