Scheduled MonumentsNorthern IrelandDungannonClonfeacle, clonfeacle cross. multiperiod church & graveyard with cross
E.CHRIST. · ECCLESIASTICAL SITE

Clonfeacle, clonfeacle cross. multiperiod church & graveyard with cross

Dungannon, Northern Ireland
NISMR MonID 15884
Period
E.CHRIST.
Site type
ECCLESIASTICAL SITE
Nation
Northern Ireland
Boundary

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Overview

History & significance

Clonfeacle is a multi-period ecclesiastical site located near Dungannon in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, comprising a church, graveyard, and high cross. The site has early medieval origins, with evidence suggesting settlement and religious activity from the Early Christian period onwards. The standing cross, characteristic of Irish ecclesiastical monuments, represents the monumental religious expression typical of such sites, whilst the associated graveyard and church structures indicate continuous use and development through subsequent medieval periods. The site reflects the longstanding importance of this location as a centre of Christian worship and burial in the landscape of east Ulster.

Clonfeacle, clonfeacle cross. multiperiod church & graveyard with cross is a scheduled monument protected by Department for Communities NI under reference 15884. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Clonfeacle, clonfeacle cross. multiperiod church & graveyard with cross?

Clonfeacle is a multi-period ecclesiastical site located near Dungannon in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, comprising a church, graveyard, and high cross. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) under reference 15884.

What period does Clonfeacle, clonfeacle cross. multiperiod church & graveyard with cross date from?

Clonfeacle, clonfeacle cross. multiperiod church & graveyard with cross dates from the e.christ. period, and is classified as a ecclesiastical site. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Clonfeacle, clonfeacle cross. multiperiod church & graveyard with cross?

Clonfeacle, clonfeacle cross. multiperiod church & graveyard with cross is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Ni. The official designation reference is 15884.

What other scheduled monuments are near Clonfeacle, clonfeacle cross. multiperiod church & graveyard with cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Mound (6.5 km), Loughnashade, tullyargle. votive site - ritual lake (6.8 km), A.p. site - enclosure (7 km).

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