Crannog

The National Monuments Service's description

Corraneary Lough, c. 230m from the shoreline. There are at least four and possibly five crannógs in the lake visible from the shore. The largest and furthermost to NE was excavated by Barron in 1937 and 1938. Two periods of occupation were discerned; one relatively early and the second was attributed to the 16th or 17th century. Remains then comprised an irregularly shaped artificial platform (dims. 10.6m x 9m) of horizontal beams and twigs, with possible traces of a stockade. Finds included six pots, five crucibles, two pieces of a mould and an iron cannon ball. The cannon ball may be connected with the tradition that Knockbride old church (CV023-026----), which lies on the shoreline, was attacked by Cromwell's troops. A stone trough now at the house on the shoreline is believed to have come from one of the other crannógs in the lake. (Davies 1942, 25-8; ITA Survey 1946)

The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cavan' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1995). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research.

Date of upload/revision: 22 December 2008