What is recorded here

In pasture, on E-facing slope. Destroyed due to land drainage. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 1: West Cork' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1992). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 14 January 2009

Linked to Saint More, Tobermore well was traditionally associated with healing and protection, with local folklore suggesting it was a site of pilgrimage for those seeking cures for eye ailments and general wellness. The well's name, derived from the Irish "Tobar Mhór," reflects its historical significance as a major holy well in the area.

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