What is recorded here

Toberliamheara is a holy well in County Carlow, Ireland, associated according to local tradition with St Loctrin. It is no longer visited, leaving the clear water and quiet earth untouched by human feet. The absence of visitors does not diminish the well; it returns the place to the rhythm of rain, root and stone.

The following description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Carlow' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1993). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 17 July 2007 Associated according to local tradition with 'St Loctrin'. No longer visited.

Toberliamheara, also known as Coolyhune, is a holy well traditionally associated with Saint Liamheara, a lesser-known early Irish saint. The site was historically visited for its supposed healing properties, particularly for ailments of the eyes and skin, and was marked by local customs such as the leaving of coins or small offerings at the well.

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