Grange Stone Circle


This stone circle, known as the Lios, is a superb 4000-year-old circular enclosure made up of 113 embanked upright stones, the largest prehistoric circle of its kind in Ireland. It's a 3km walk or drive southwest of the heritage centre; there's roadside parking and access to the site is free (there's a donation box).


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