Woodhouse Well

Located on the N bank of an E-W stream in a slight E-W valley. This is a natural spring which rises into a pool and overflows into the stream to the S. A modern statue of a saint and an iron cross on a concrete plinth are visible. It is still venerated, particularly on March 1st. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Waterford' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1999). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 11th August, 2011. Compiled by: Michael Moore.

Woodhouse Well is associated with Saint Kevin, a 6th-century Irish abbot known for his ascetic practices and connection to holy wells across Leinster. Traditionally, the well was visited for cures related to eye ailments and general healing, with pilgrims often leaving coins or prayers at the site.