Holy Well
Laois
Cromoge Holy Well
Visited on St Fintan’s feast day, the 17th of February. Pebbles from it are thought to act as preservatives against shipwreck or accidental death (Comerford 1886, vol. 3, 337). Situated in undulating countryside. A clear spring visible. Cremogue church a
Monument Type: Ritual site – holy well
Location Details
Coordinates:
Lat: 52.957526919
Lng: -7.414814641
Lat: 52.957526919
Lng: -7.414814641
Site Type
- Holy Well
Historical Periods
- 13th Century
- 17th Century
- 19th Century
Associated Saints
- St Fintan
Location Map
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