Exploring local archaeological sites in Bantry area.
Field Trip
28th July
with thanks to Kate Smyth
Following in the footsteps of our founding members, this guided trip by archaeologist Kate Smyth took us to St Bartholomew’s Holy Well, Cappanaboul Stone Circle and Carraig na Caointe (The Rock of Lamentations).
At St. Bartholomew’s Well, Gortroe, Kate gave a most informative talk on this important Holy Well, setting it in the context of its location and its history. We are indebted to Helen and Adrian for accommodating us and making us so welcome.
We went on to Cappanaboul Stone Circle where Kate gave a most interesting account, noting its location in context of local topography etc. A big thankyou to Denis and Mary for making us so welcome and leading us to this hilltop site. Members also appreciated the splendid views from same.
And finally, having heard the history/folklore on Carraig na Caointe and nearby area, members were treated to a delightful cuppa and scone by Ann at Bay View Farm.
St Bridget was also remembered for her onetime nearby well.
BHAS wishes to express its gratitude to Anthony and Ann, and all the other landowners who preserve and maintain sites of historical/archaeological interest situated on their respective properties in the locality, without any State assistance.
And many thanks to the respective landowners at each site for their kind permission for members to enter private property.
Kate, originally from Dublin and now locally based, is an archaeologist – and co-owner of Bantry Bookshop.
