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Ballycomisk Ringfort

Glimpses of the past revealed through ancient foundations and fields

Unguided sites

Ballycomisk
Tipperary

Ballycomisk Ringfort

Glimpses of the past revealed through ancient foundations and fields

Unguided sites

Ballycomisk
Tipperary

Notice

Ballycomisk Ringfort is a state-owned National Monument in the care of the Office of Public Works

*Please be aware there are sometimes livestock in the field surrounding this monument*

WARNING: It should be noted that these sites are unguided and a level of care and caution should be maintained during all stages of your visit. The Office Of Public Works (OPW) will not be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that occur

Ballycomisk Ringfort

Ballycomisk Ringforts, located 4.2 km southeast of Cashel in County Tipperary, whisper tales of antiquity. These three ringforts, forming a National Monument, reveal glimpses into the past through their ancient foundations and fields.

The largest rath, measuring 66 meters (218 feet) in diameter, stands as a testament to the Bronze or Iron Age inhabitants who once inhabited this site. To the south, two more raths exist, although they have been largely obliterated by modern farming practices. Despite their weathered appearance, these ringforts weave a thread connecting us to the generations who called this place home, their hearths ablaze and laughter echoing across the landscape.

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This national monument is protected in accordance with the National Monuments Acts 1930 to 2014

 

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