Coom Wedge Tomb, Kerry

Coom

Wedge Tomb

This fabulous little wedge tomb is situated just off the Skelligs Ring, a scenic route around the most westerly point of the Iveragh Peninsula. The monument is about 5 metres in length and 1.5 metres wide. The chamber is approximately 3 metres in length and is covered with a large single roof slab. There is a small portico or ante-chamber at the SW end of the tomb.

The ante-chamber is made from three stones either side. The largest stones at the SW are 1.5 metres tall and the stones decrease in height toward the chamber. This is a beautiful location with fine views of Ballinskelligs Bay. On our visit the field was quite boggy, boots are recommended.

Coom Wedge Tomb This fabulous little wedge tomb is situated just off the Skelligs Ring, a scenic route around the most westerly point of the Iveragh Peninsula. The monument is about 5 metres in length and 1.5 metres wide. The chamber is approximately 3 metres in length and is covered with a large single roof slab. There is a small portico or ante-chamber at the SW end of the tomb. The ante-chamber is made from three stones either side. The largest stones at the SW are 1.5 metres tall and the stones decrease in height toward the chamber. This is a beautiful location with fine views of Ballinskelligs Bay. On our visit the field was quite boggy, boots are recommended.
The West Entrance	Looking South East

Situated: From Ballinskelligs head south on the R566. Turn right onto the Skellig Ring After 2.5 kilometres you will see the tomb in a field to your left. Take the next left. Discovery Map 83: V 4051 6599. Last visit Sept 2012. Longitude: 10° 18' 49" W Latitude: 51° 49' 25" N Google Map Photos: Jim Dempsey and Deb Snelson.