Toberkeeraun Holy Well

In level pastureland. This well consists of a natural spring delimited by a circular drystone surround (D 1.6m) and is accessible at W via five steps. There is a small aumbry inside the entrance on N side. The OS Letters (O'Flanagan 1927, Vol. 1, 181) note that 'stations were performed on every Sunday, but particularly on the 9th of September, which is said to be St. Kieran's Day'. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Galway Vol. II - North Galway'. Compiled by Olive Alcock, Kathy de hÓra and Paul Gosling (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1999). Date of upload: 05 August 2010

Linked to Saint Gobnait, the well is traditionally associated with cures for eye ailments and general healing. Pilgrimages and offerings, such as coins and ribbons, continue to be made at the site, reflecting longstanding local devotion and folklore surrounding the saint’s intercessory powers.