LISNAMINTRY
RATH
Rath at Lisnamintry is classified as an early Christian Rath or
farm settlement, dating from 500 - 1000AD and would have been a
site of major importance. It is sited on the summit of a low hill,
interspersed with trees, the earthwork still displays much of the
original apparent intricacy of the settlement. This Rath or
homestead, would most likely of had a wooden defence surrounded by
a ditch.
Little else has been documented about this site, but if you know
better, please forward the details to me so that I can update this
page to give a more informative history of the area.
The
CACHE
The entrance to the Rath can be found off the Ballygargen Road
at N54 25.745 W6 23.223. The container is a standard tablocked box
hidden a short way from one of the many grassy paths. It should be
large enough for the some swaps; standard TB's; and Geocoins.