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Tobernacaltragh

Holy well
Tobernacaltragh
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Tobernacaltragh is a holy well in Carrownamaddoo (carbury By., Ballysadare West Ed), County Sligo, Ireland. The site lies along a stream bed and appears on the first edition Ordnance Survey six-inch map. No surface remains are visible at the location today.
Identified as 'Tobernacaltragh' on the 1st edition OS 6-inch map. Located along the course of a stream bed. There are no visible surface remains. Compiled by: Geraldine Stout Date of upload: 22 October 2013
Linked to Saint Caoimhghlas, Tobernacaltragh is associated with cures for skin ailments and general healing. The name "Tobernacaltragh" reflects its historical use as a holy well, with "tobar" meaning well and "Caoimhghlas" referring to the saint.

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