Holy Well
Donegal
An Bearnas ÍOchtarach Holy Well
Toberenny of the OS 6-inch maps consists of the point where an underground stream reaches the surface. Nearby is a modern altar and turas station. Could this well be the same holy well dedicated to St. Columcille [no. 82] recorded by Ó Muirgheasa in 19
Monument Type: Ritual site – holy well
Location Details
Coordinates:
Lat: 55.064536159
Lng: -7.828365257
Lat: 55.064536159
Lng: -7.828365257
Site Type
- Holy Well
Historical Periods
- 9th Century
Associated Saints
- St Columcille
Location Map
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