Holy Well
Laois
Parkahoughill Holy Well
Natural spring given curative properties by St Patrick (Comerford 1886, vol. 3, 126). Situated in a marshy area. Described in the History of Queens County as ‘Near Ballyadams grave-yard (LA019-031001-) and within a copse wood are two wells; one of these
Monument Type: Ritual site – holy well
Location Details
Coordinates:
Lat: 52.96210605
Lng: -7.074618448
Lat: 52.96210605
Lng: -7.074618448
Site Type
- Holy Well
Historical Periods
- 19th Century
Associated Saints
- St Patrick
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