Scheduled MonumentsNorthern IrelandFermanaghMound, possibly crannog
E.CHRIST. · MOUND

Mound, possibly crannog

Fermanagh, Northern Ireland
NISMR MonID 10644
Period
E.CHRIST.
Site type
MOUND
Nation
Northern Ireland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Mound, possibly crannog, is an Early Christian mound monument located in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. The site represents a form of settlement characteristic of the Early Christian period in Ulster, though its precise nature remains uncertain given the crannog designation. Early Christian mounds of this type frequently served as domestic or monastic settlements and are often situated near water sources, a placement consistent with crannog settlement patterns. The monument's archaeological significance lies in its potential to illuminate Early Christian occupation and settlement practices in the Fermanagh landscape during the first millennium AD.

Mound, possibly crannog is a scheduled monument protected by Department for Communities NI under reference 10644. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Mound, possibly crannog?

Mound, possibly crannog, is an Early Christian mound monument located in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) under reference 10644.

What period does Mound, possibly crannog date from?

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

Who is responsible for protecting Mound, possibly crannog?

Mound, 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 10644.

What other scheduled monuments are near Mound, possibly crannog?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St. sinell. early christian monastery, medieval church (site of) & carved stone in graveyard (1.8 km), Derrybrusk church. medieval church & graveyard (2.4 km), Platform rath (2.4 km).

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