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Knockdrum Stone Fort

A restored Stone Fort overlooking the Atlantic Ocean

Unguided sites

Farrandau
Cork

Knockdrum Stone Fort

A restored Stone Fort overlooking the Atlantic Ocean

Unguided sites

Farrandau
Cork

Notice

Knockdrum Stone Fort is a state-owned National Monument in the care of the Office of Public Works

*Dedicated path to fort*

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

Knockdrum Stone Fort

Located near the charming seaside village of Castletownshend is Knockdrum Stone Fort. Perched on a small hilltop, overlooking stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, it is worth the 80-step climb to the top.

Likely dating back to the Neolithic period, this fort shows evidence of being used as a lookout point, with a sentry chamber situated near the entrance.

Restored circa 1860, this fort contains the foundations of what was possibly a house within its borders, with a souterrain, or underground passage, close-by.

Inside the fort there is a stone with a cross carved onto it, and outside is another stone bearing cup-marks. These markings are often associated with Neolithic monuments, and are one of the most common rock designs in Ireland.

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

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