Scheduled MonumentsNorthern IrelandFermanaghCrannog in ross lough
E.CHRIST. · CRANNOG

Crannog in ross lough

Fermanagh, Northern Ireland
NISMR MonID 10051
Period
E.CHRIST.
Site type
CRANNOG
Nation
Northern Ireland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Crannog in Ross Lough is a prehistoric artificial island settlement located in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. The site represents a form of dwelling construction practised in Ireland from the Neolithic period through to medieval times, with this particular example likely dating to the early Christian period based on its designation. Crannogs were constructed by building up layers of wood, stone, and other materials on the bed of lakes and rivers, creating habitable platforms that offered defensive advantages and access to freshwater resources. The Ross Lough crannog survives as a submerged or semi-submerged archaeological feature, preserving evidence of past settlement patterns and construction techniques characteristic of early Christian Ireland.

Crannog in ross lough is a scheduled monument protected by Department for Communities NI under reference 10051. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Crannog in ross lough?

Crannog in Ross Lough is a prehistoric artificial island settlement located in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) under reference 10051.

What period does Crannog in ross lough date from?

Crannog in ross lough dates from the e.christ. period, and is classified as a crannog. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Crannog in ross lough?

Crannog in ross lough 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 10051.

What other scheduled monuments are near Crannog in ross lough?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rahallan. bivallate rath (7 km), Templemoyle, tampulmoyle. medieval church & graveyard (7.3 km), Round cairn (8.4 km).

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