Toberlury

This is marked on the 1842 and 1916 OS map as 'Toberlury' (Tobar Lúraigh-well of Lúrach (personal name - saint)). Situation and Description: This is a small pool with a good spring and a stream leading away. According to local tradition, the site of a church/graveyard lies in a nearby field (KE014-103----). Rounds/Offerings: Stations are not held at this well now, but they were held here about 80 years ago. The above description is derived from C. Toal, ‘North Kerry Archaeological Survey’. Dingle. Brandon in association with FAS Training and Employment Authority (1995), no. 906. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 3 August 2013

Toberlury is associated with Saint Lúrach, a lesser-known early Irish saint, and was traditionally visited for its supposed healing properties, particularly for ailments of the eyes and skin. The site reflects a common pattern of holy wells linked to local saints and used in seasonal or votive rituals.