Archaeologists have described as “fascinating”, the discovery of a number of skeletal remains in Croagh, Co Limerick. The recent excavations of a circular ditched enclosure along the route of the Foynes to Limerick (including Adare Bypass) Road Project, have revealed evidence of a society where life was “fraught with the risk of an early death”. Initial examination of skeletal remains have revealed multiple traces of wounds on some of the individuals, suggesting a number of them were decapitated. The analysis of the skeletal remains is ongoing and is expected to reveal more insights about the people who made their homes in Croagh in early medieval times. Excavation manager for AMS, Fintan Walsh, said: “This was only one of the 150 sites found on the project, all of which were fascinating in their own right.

Source: Irish Examiner March 31, 2026 00:54 UTC