What is recorded here

Tobermurvy is a small drystone holy well in County Cavan where people still gather each August 13th. Its narrow lintelled entrance and stone steps suggest a place made for deliberate descent, not casual passing. The well may have served prayer, healing or memory, while its annual pattern keeps that old purpose alive in the body rather than in explanation.

Marked on all OS eds. Small subrectangular well (int. dims. 3.6m NE-SW; 2.8m NW-SE) of drystone masonry construction. Lintelled entrance at SW (H 1.1m; Wth 0.8m). At SE a series of stone steps lead down to the well. Patterns are held here annually on August 13th. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cavan' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1995). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 22 December 2008

Linked to Saint Murvy, an early Irish saint associated with healing and local pilgrimage, the well at Tobermurvy was traditionally visited for its curative waters, particularly for skin ailments and general wellness. The site's construction and orientation suggest a long history of ritual use, blending Christian and pre-Christian traditions.

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