
What is recorded here
'Tobernacreeva' are two natural springs enclosed by semicircular stone foundations.
The above description was derived from the 'Archaeological Survey of County Donegal. A description of the field antiquities of the County from the Mesolithic Period to the 17th century.' Compiled by: Brian Lacey with Eamon Cody, Claire Cotter, Judy Cuppage, Noel Dunne, Vincent Hurley, Celie O'Rahilly, Paul Walsh and Seán Ó Nualláin (Lifford: Donegal County Council, 1983). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated.
Date of upload: 22 September 2008
Tobernacreeva is associated with Saint Legh (or Legaloscran), a 7th-century Irish saint known for his ascetic life in Donegal. The site is traditionally linked to healing rituals, particularly for eye ailments, with pilgrims collecting water from the springs for spiritual and physical cure.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
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