Scheduled MonumentsNorthern IrelandFermanaghRath, church (site of) & graveyard
E.CHRIST. · ECCLESIASTICAL SITE

Rath, church (site of) & graveyard

Fermanagh, Northern Ireland
NISMR MonID 10358
Period
E.CHRIST.
Site type
ECCLESIASTICAL SITE
Nation
Northern Ireland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Rath, church (site of) & graveyard is an early Christian ecclesiastical site located in Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. The site comprises the remains of a church and associated graveyard, representing religious activity during the early medieval period when Christianity became established across Ireland. The monument occupies what was likely a defensible location, as indicated by the rath element in its designation, a characteristic Irish ringfort form that frequently served as the focus for early monastic settlements. The survival of both church and burial ground at this location testifies to the continuity of Christian practice and worship in the region during the early Christian centuries.

Rath, church (site of) & graveyard is a scheduled monument protected by Department for Communities NI under reference 10358. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rath, church (site of) & graveyard?

Rath, church (site of) & graveyard is an early Christian ecclesiastical site located in Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) under reference 10358.

What period does Rath, church (site of) & graveyard date from?

Rath, church (site of) & graveyard 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 Rath, church (site of) & graveyard?

Rath, church (site of) & graveyard 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 10358.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rath, church (site of) & graveyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rath (2.6 km), Counterscarp rath (3.2 km), Bivallate rath (4.1 km).

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