Holy Well
Kildare
Derrinturn Holy Well
According to Jackson (1979-80, 145) a holy well in Derrinturn known as St. Gorm’s well was reputed never to run dry. The exact location of this monument is unknown. It was one of two holy wells (see also KD008-034—-) in this townland (Jackson op. cit.)
Monument Type: Ritual site – holy well
Location Details
Coordinates:
Lat: 46.488181432
Lng: -15.8173143
Lat: 46.488181432
Lng: -15.8173143
Site Type
- Holy Well
Historical Periods
- 20th Century
- 8th Century
Associated Saints
- St. Gorm
Location Map
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