These beautiful images of the Neolithic portal tomb (dolmen) at Ballybrittas, Bree were drawn by the noted antiquarian illustrator, George Victor Du Noyer, in July 1862. They represent the oldest surviving depictions of the dolmen […]
Tag: Wexford Neolithic
Ballybrittas Portal Tomb
The dolmen at Ballybrittas dates from Neolithic period (4000-2500 BC) and is probably Wexford’s oldest standing structure. It is located on the lower slopes of Bree Hill and this affords it clear views of the surrounding farmland, […]
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