Magheraghanrush Court Tomb

Sligo, Ireland

Magheraghanrush Court Tomb was built c. 3000 BC. It may have first been a simple construction with U-shaped court; the east part was added later.

Local legend has it as a Giant's Grave or Druid's Altar, or the burial site of Eógan Bél (d. AD 542), King of Connacht, although the Middle Irish poem Caithréim Cellaig says he was buried on Knocknarea and reburied on an island in Lough Gill.

The tomb is very large, 30 m long. The court is oval and located in the centre with two chambers at one end and a single chamber at the other, giving it the appearance of a man from above. The central court is not a perfect oval but is crooked in the middle, indicating that there was originally one court cairn which was then added to.

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Prehistoric and archaeological sites in Ireland

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Founded: 3000 BCE
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in Ireland

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Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Maggie Pashley (8 months ago)
Wonderful circular walks. Has great views over the mountains from the megalithic tomb and views of the sea on the way back. Always uplifting.

Shelley La Berge (8 months ago)
I actually cannot rate this hike but wanted to let people know that Google maps has the access totally wrong. Took us up a narrow one lane street that ended at a fenced off private property. 100 point turn to get out. Recommend researching proper trailhead access in advance.

Frank la Mol (15 months ago)
Beautiful spot with great views

Finn (2 years ago)
nice walk through the forest up to the prehistoric tomb

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