Cairn

 

Historical 25inch Map (1890-1913)

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Cairn, Carnmore West, ORTHO 2005

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Carnmore West

There is a site recorded (GA083-011) in the parish. It is in the townland of Carnmore West.

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Cairn – clearance cairn

A mound of stones resulting from field clearance for agricultural purposes. These can date to any period from prehistory onwards. The term cairn is derived from the Irish word ‘carn’ meaning a heap or pile of stones. See also Cairn – unclassified, Burial cairn, Radial-stone cairn, Ring-cairn, Cairn circle, Cairnfield, Boundary cairn and Wayside Cairn.

Additional Information to be found @

The National Monument Service | Class List Definitions

Note:

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