Scheduled MonumentsNorthern IrelandFermanaghRahallan. bivallate rath
E.CHRIST. · RATH

Rahallan. bivallate rath

Fermanagh, Northern Ireland
NISMR MonID 10538
Period
E.CHRIST.
Site type
RATH
Nation
Northern Ireland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Rahallan is a bivallate rath located in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. The monument comprises two concentric earthen banks and ditches, a defensive arrangement characteristic of Early Christian period raths in Ulster. Dating to the Early Christian period, Rahallan represents a typical example of the fortified farmsteads that served as the residences of the Irish landed classes between approximately the fifth and tenth centuries. The bivallate configuration suggests a settlement of some substance, as the additional outer defence would have offered enhanced protection for livestock and inhabitants during this period of considerable social stratification.

Rahallan. bivallate rath is a scheduled monument protected by Department for Communities NI under reference 10538. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rahallan. bivallate rath?

Rahallan is a bivallate rath located in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) under reference 10538.

What period does Rahallan. bivallate rath date from?

Rahallan. bivallate rath dates from the e.christ. period, and is classified as a rath. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Rahallan. bivallate rath?

Rahallan. bivallate rath 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 10538.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rahallan. bivallate rath?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Platform rath (6 km), Sub-rectangular enclosure (7.1 km), Cup-&-ring-marked stone (7.1 km).

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