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Curiosities, customs, patterns

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Account of customs and traditions on clare Island from Irish Tourist Association Survey, 1944

This section of the Survey of Clare Island is mainly comprised of descriptions of the layout and traditions associated with two holy wells in the locality: Toberfelabride and Toberfelamurry. The former has traditional associations with Granuaile. The section is completed with an account of some local superstitions.

Please select one of the categories below to view more information on the ITA Survey  for Clare Island:

Antiquities

Caher Island

Inishturk

Natural features

Seaside resorts

Sports and games

 

 

 

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