The Ballykeel Portal Tomb Enclosure
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The Ballykeel Portal Tomb Enclosure
Image: © Eric Jones Taken: 12 Sep 2014
Ballykeel Dolmen is an example of a portal tomb. Locally known as the "Hag's Chair" it dates back to the Neolithic period. An elegant construction, it overlooks the Forkhill River valley. The grave is accessed from the road over a stone stile.
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Image Location
Latitude
54.131527
Longitude
-6.478305