What is recorded here

Toberulla is a holy well dedicated to St. Brendan in County Cork, Ireland. People visited this small stone enclosure on St. John's Eve, drawing water from a spring no wider than a man's outstretched arms. The well still sits at the base of a steep slope, waiting for hands cupped beneath its cold jet.

In rough grazing at base steep slope. Spring (D 0.21m) enclosed by two large flat stones and several smaller ones. Said to be visited on St. John's Eve. According to Roberts (1988), well dedicated to St. Brendan. 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 Images provided by and copyright of Amanda Clarke 2016-2022 https://holywellscorkandkerry.com/

Toberulla is a holy well traditionally dedicated to St. Brendan and is associated with St. John's Eve rituals. It is believed to have been a site of spiritual or healing significance, with local customs possibly involving visits for blessings or protection.

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