Caherlehillan : Wedge Tomb
Visit Notes
Monday, 10th August 2009
It is probably best to visit this site in the winter when the reeds that cover the top of the ridge have died down. Even with the high reeds around it, this is a nice wedge tomb .
Two roofstones cover a 3m long gallery . There is a level-topped backstone in situ at the east end of the monument. The central axis is align east-west along the linbe of the ridge that the sites sits atop.
Two slabs form each wall. Between these slabs there are smaller slabs that look as though they were placed to block the gap between them. It is not possible to say if these are original features. In front of the entrance to the gallery there are some other upright slabs that may mean the gallery was once longer.
I must mention the farmer here. He was so welcoming and helpful. He even came after us in his car to redirect us when he saw that we were well off track. Many thanks!
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