Caherconnell Stone Fort
Cathair Chonaill
A well-preserved early medieval ring fort near Poulnabrone Dolmen, with archaeological displays and sheepdog herding demonstrations.
Cathair Chonaill is one of the best-preserved stone ring forts in the Burren, dating to roughly the 10th–11th centuries. Its stone walls are about 42 metres across and around 3 metres high, and it once served as a fortified residence for local nobility. The visitor centre features a film about the archaeological excavations, and in summer there are daily border collie herding demonstrations, which are popular with families.
The fort is about 1 km south of Poulnabrone Dolmen and is worth visiting together with it. Admission is about €10. The sheepdog demonstration costs extra, and the site is closed in winter.
Opening hours
About March–October 10:00 am–5:30 pm
Nearby sights
- Poulnabrone Dolmen
- Aillwee Cave
- Leamaneh Castle
- Ballyvaughan
- Burren Perfumery
- Kilfenora Cathedral & High Crosses
- Corcomroe Abbey
- Flaggy Shore