Scheduled MonumentsNorthern IrelandBallymoneyIsland, possibly crannog
E.CHRIST. · CRANNOGPossible

Island, possibly crannog

Ballymoney, Northern Ireland
NISMR MonID 1683
Period
E.CHRIST.
Site type
CRANNOGPossible
Nation
Northern Ireland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Island is a possible Early Christian crannog situated in Ballymoney, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Crannogs of this period typically comprised artificial or semi-artificial islands constructed in freshwater lakes or boggy ground, serving as defensive homesteads or monastic settlements during the Early Christian period. The designation of this site as a possible rather than confirmed crannog reflects the archaeological uncertainty regarding its precise nature and construction, though its Early Christian dating suggests occupation during the period from roughly the fifth to twelfth centuries when such structures were prevalent in Ireland. The site's location within the Ballymoney area places it within a region of known Early Christian settlement and archaeological interest.

Island, possibly crannog is a scheduled monument protected by Department for Communities NI under reference 1683. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Island, possibly crannog?

Island is a possible Early Christian crannog situated in Ballymoney, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) under reference 1683.

What period does Island, possibly crannog date from?

Island, possibly crannog dates from the e.christ. period, and is classified as a crannogpossible. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Island, possibly crannog?

Island, possibly crannog 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 1683.

What other scheduled monuments are near Island, possibly crannog?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Raised rath (1.8 km), Kill old graveyard, kill graveyard. graveyard (3.4 km), Killagan fort. raised rath (3.4 km).

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