His survey revealed three small stone cairns, a substantial rounded mound, and what appeared to be half of a stone circle comprised of notably large stones. On a neighbouring hillside, he also spotted what he believed might be the remnants of another stone circle. These monuments suggest the area held considerable significance for prehistoric communities, though the exact nature and dating of these structures remain uncertain.

Despite Somerville’s detailed observations over a century ago, subsequent attempts to relocate these archaeological features have proved unsuccessful. The landscape has changed considerably since his visit, with forest now covering portions of the area where these ancient monuments once stood visible. It’s entirely possible that some or all of these prehistoric remains still exist, hidden beneath vegetation and leaf litter, waiting to be rediscovered by future archaeologists or local historians.

The original documentation of these sites comes from the comprehensive Archaeological Survey of County Donegal, compiled in 1983 by Brian Lacey and his team of researchers. This invaluable record preserves descriptions of field antiquities spanning from the Mesolithic period through to the 17th century, ensuring that even when physical monuments disappear from view, their memory and potential locations remain recorded for posterity. The proximity of these various prehistoric features to a holy well is particularly noteworthy, as such wells often mark places of ancient ritual significance that continued to be venerated through successive cultures and religious traditions.