Holy Well
Cork
Ballyshonock Holy Well
In level pasture, in flood plain on E side of Farahy River. Circular spring well (diam. 1.1m; D 1.1m) lined with stone walling and open on top. Known locally as St Gregory’s well where sore eyes were cured. According to Grove White (1905-25, vol. 3, 113)
Monument Type: Ritual site – holy well
Location Details
Coordinates:
Lat: 52.250865161
Lng: -8.464346044
Lat: 52.250865161
Lng: -8.464346044
Site Type
- Holy Well
Historical Periods
- 18th Century
- 20th Century
Associated Saints
- St. Gregory
Location Map
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