Coulagh

45 registered freehold parcels lie mostly in Coulagh, from 303 m² to 2,693,348 m² (269.33 ha, 665.54 acres). The dashed line is the townland's boundary. 34 neighbouring parcels touch it.

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No zone of a development plan covers Coulagh in the national zoning. Outside zoned towns and villages, the county development plan's rural policies apply to each application.

Source: Tailte Éireann and the Department of Housing (MyPlan), national zoning, CC BY 4.0.

No planning application touches the townland of Coulagh in the national file, which goes back to 2010.

Source: National Planning Applications, Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, CC BY 4.0. Applicants are not shown.

Designated sites

• Special Area of Conservation: Killarney National Park, Macgillycuddy's Reeks and Caragh River Catchment SAC 000365
• Proposed Natural Heritage Area: Killarney National Park, Macgillycuddy's Reeks And Caragh River Catchment 000365

Recorded monuments

• KE070-029 Ringfort - rath
  Description

  Internal diam. 27.7m N-S This univallate rath is located in reclaimed land on the bank of the N tributary of the Ferta river, and commands an impressive view along the river valley to SW. Only the W half of the site is extant and this is best preserved along the N sector. The fosse measures 4.7m wide and .5m deep below external ground level. The bank, of earth and stone, rises to a maximum external height of 3.25m, has a basal width of 3.4m and falls 1.5m internally. Intermittent stretches of drystone walling revet its inner face. At W, where it is 2.3m high, this walling displays a slight batter. However, some of the walling appears to be of recent construction. Trees have been planted in the interior of the site obscuring any possible features. A lintelled lamb shelter abuts the site externally at NE. The above description is derived from A. O'Sullivan and J. Sheehan (compilers), 'The Iveragh peninsula: an archaeological survey of South Kerry'. Cork University Press (1996), no. 496. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 28 July 2013

• KE070-030 Ringfort - rath
  Description

  Internal diam. 21.5m N-S, 23m E-W Situated a short distance E of KE070-029---- and on the opposite bank of the Ferta river, this much disturbed univallate rath is located in rough grazing land on a fairly steep N facing slope. There is no trace of a fosse and the bank has a maximum external height of 1.85m at N. Only in the SE sector does it rise above the level of the interior of the site; here it reaches a maximum height of 1.45m and has a basal width of 3.1m. Eroded gaps occur in the bank at NW, NE and SE, but the gap at S, 1.1m wide, may mark the location of the original entrance. A stony mound with a central depression is located in the SW quadrant of the rath's interior. It measures 6m x 4.65m in overall dimensions and may represent the remnants of a hut (KE070-030001-). The above description is derived from A. O'Sullivan and J. Sheehan (compilers), 'The Iveragh peninsula: an archaeological survey of South Kerry'. Cork University Press (1996), no. 497. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 30 July 2013

• KE070-030001 Hut site
  Description

  A stony mound with a central depression is located in the SW quadrant of the rath's interior. It measures 6m x 4.65m in overall dimensions and may represent the remnants of a hut (KE070-030001-). The above description is derived from A. O'Sullivan and J. Sheehan (compilers), 'The Iveragh peninsula: an archaeological survey of South Kerry'. Cork University Press (1996), no. 497. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 28 July 2013

• KE070-041 Hut site
  Description

  Located between two tributaries of the Ferta river in rocky mountain terrain. Ruined remains of a roughly circular drystone hut with a later sheepfold abutting at E. D: 1.6m. The above description is derived from A. O'Sullivan and J. Sheehan (compilers), 'The Iveragh peninsula: an archaeological survey of South Kerry'. Cork University Press (1996), no. 1223. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 31 July 2013

• KE070-044 Cross-inscribed stone
  Description

  Located on the S side of a tributary of the Ferta river, and commanding an extensive view SW to Valencia Harbour, the exposed surface of this cross-inscribed section of rock outcrop measures 2.07m x 1.lm The small linear Latin cross, .17m high, rises from a triangular expansion at its lower shaft. Close to the cross are inscribed the words 'DO NOT STIR’. The nature of the site is unclear and it is locally described as a mass-rock. The above description is derived from O'Sullivan, A. and Sheehan, J. (compilers) 'The Iveragh peninsula: an archaeological survey of South Kerry'. Cork University press. (1996), no. 943. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 12 June 2013

• KE070-119 Field system
  Description

  In rough boggy pasture, on the S side of the valley of the Ferta River. This field system, which was identified and recorded by Harte (2002), covers an area measuring 1.1km E-W x 800m N-S. The surviving linear and curvilinear walls protrude above the surface of the bog and are generally in an overgrown and collapsed condition. The walls (av. T 1.04m; av. H 1.03m) mainly comprise slabs set upright and at right angles to the line of the wall. Some boulders, smaller rubble and angular stones were also noted. In some cases outcropping rock has been incorporated into the walls. The system comprises fields of various shapes and sizes. There are eight hut sites (KE070-122----, KE070-124----, KE070-125----, KE070-126----, KE070-127----, KE070-128----, KE070-130----, KE070-131----) and a possible hut site (KE070-123----) within this field system. A cross-inscribed stone (KE070-044----) and a mass-rock (KE070-044001-) lie immediately to the N of the field system. (Harte 2002) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Kerry. Volume I: South-West Kerry' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 2009). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 30 May 2011

• KE070-122 Hut site
  Description

  Within a field system (KE070-119----). The remains of a circular hut site (2.7m x 2.6m) defined by a drystone wall (T 0.7m; H 1.4m) comprising flat rubble slabs, laid horizontally. The hut site is built against outcropping rock at W. The E portion of the hut site has been damaged by a drain. The present access is through a breach along the E arc. An upright stone adjacent to the breach may have served as a jambstone and may form part of the original entrance. Apart from the N portion of the interior, the internal ground level is lower than the external ground level. There is an annexe (L 2m; Wth 1.2m) of drystone construction to the NW of the hut site. Access to the annexe from the hut site is via a flat-lintelled doorway (Wth 0.57m; H 0.67m) in the NW wall of the hut site. External access to the annexe is through a now blocked-up entrance at its NW side. (Harte 2002, 62-3, 147-8, no. D502) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Kerry. Volume I: South-West Kerry' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 2009). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 30 May 2011

• KE070-123 Hut site
  Description

  Within a field system (KE070-119----). The remains of a possible hut site defined by a circular area of collapse which is partially overlain by a circular sheepfold (1.6m x 1.2m). (Harte 2002, 149, no. D602) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Kerry. Volume I: South-West Kerry' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 2009). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 30 May 2011

• KE070-124 Hut site
  Description

  Within a field system (KE070-119----). The remains of a circular hut site (3.4m x 3.15m) defined by a drystone wall (T 1.5m; H 1.35m). The N wall of the hut site may have been corbelled and the wall along the S arc has been repaired. The original entrance, comprising a flat-lintelled doorway (Wth 0.76m; H 0.64m), is at WSW and is now filled with rubble. The entrance may have accessed a porch. The present entrance to the hut site is via a gap along the SE arc. A field wall extends from the W arc of the hut site. A fallen stone on the N side of the entrance may bear some inscribed markings. (Harte 2002, 149-50, 63, no. D701) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Kerry. Volume I: South-West Kerry' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 2009). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 30 May 2011

• KE070-125 Hut site
  Description

  On a terrace, within a field system (KE070-119----). The remains of a circular hut site (1.37m x 1.3m) defined by a drystone wall (T 1m; H 0.5m) which has been incorporated into an animal shelter, built in recent times. A flat-lintelled doorway (Wth 0.7m) at ENE may have served as the original entrance and may have led into a possible porch. The doorway has been loosely infilled. (Harte 2002, 150, no. D703) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Kerry. Volume I: South-West Kerry' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 2009). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 30 May 2011

• KE070-126 Hut site
  Description

  Within a field system (KE070-119----). The remains of a collapsed, circular hut site (c. 1.9m x 1.4m) defined by a corbelled wall (T 0.9m; max. H 1.2m) of tightly packed rubble. Approximately eleven masonry courses are visible above ground level. (Harte 2002, 148, no. D601, (1)) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Kerry. Volume I: South-West Kerry' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 2009). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 30 May 2011

• KE070-127 Hut site
  Description

  Within a field system (KE070-119----). The remains of a square hut site (4m x 4m) defined by drystone walls (T 0.65m; H 0.94m). The hut site comprises three sections. The main compartment (4m x 3m) consists of loosely packed rubble which is built on top of outcropping rock along the E wall. This masonry in this room is largely collapsed. The present entrance is through a gap in the E wall. The original entrance (Wth 1m) in the W side of the N wall is now blocked up. The W wall extends (L 0.7m) beyond the NW corner. This portion of wall, coupled with the jamb of a doorway (Wth 0.75m) in the W end of the N wall, indicates the location of a porch. A doorway (Wth 0.4m; H 0.94m) in the W wall of the main compartment leads to a chamber (2m x 1m) at W. The W portion of the hut site has undergone alterations in the past. (Harte 2002, 149, no. D603) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Kerry. Volume I: South-West Kerry' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 2009). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 30 May 2011

• KE070-128 Hut site
  Description

  Within a field system (KE070-119----). The remains of an oval hut site (3.5m x 2.1m) defined by a drystone wall (T 0.7m; H 0.9m) of large rubble. The SE wall is built against outcropping rock. The interior of the hut site appears to be at a lower level than the external ground level at S. The main entrance is situated in the W wall. There is a circular annexe to the S which is filled with collapse. The ground level in the annexe appears to be slightly higher than that of the hut site. (Harte 2002, 147, no. D501) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Kerry. Volume I: South-West Kerry' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 2009). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 30 May 2011

• KE070-130 Hut site
  Description

  Within a field system (KE070-119----). The remains of a circular hut site (diam. 3.8m) defined by large foundation stones (dim. c. 1m) and overlain by a well-constructed, corbelled animal shelter (2.2m E-W). There is a possible entrance along the ENE arc of the hut site. The animal shelter is D-shaped in plan and is defined by drystone rubble walls (T 0.6m; H 1.7m). The entrance to the shelter comprises a flat-lintelled doorway (Wth 0.5m; H 0.64m) in its straight E wall (L 2.2m). A slab now blocks this doorway. (Harte 2002, 148, no. D601, (2)) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Kerry. Volume I: South-West Kerry' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 2009). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 30 May 2011

• KE070-131 Hut site
  Description

  Within a field system (KE070-119-----). The remains of a roughly rectangular hut site (1.5m x 1m) defined by a drystone wall (T 1m; H 1.2m). Corbelling occurs in the N wall and in the upper portion of the S wall. There is a flat-lintelled doorway (Wth 0.33m; H 0.8m) in the S wall. Traces of earlier foundations are visible within, and to the W of, this hut site. (Harte 2002, 148-9, no. D601, (3)) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Kerry. Volume I: South-West Kerry' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 2009). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 30 May 2011

Architectural heritage

No building of the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage stands in the townland of Coulagh.

Designated sites: National Parks and Wildlife Service. Recorded monuments: Sites and Monuments Record, National Monuments Service. Buildings: National Inventory of Architectural Heritage. Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, CC BY 4.0. Works at or in relation to a recorded monument need two months' written notice to the National Monuments Service (National Monuments (Amendment) Act 1994, section 12).

Radon

At the centre of the townland of Coulagh, about 1 in 5 homes in this area is likely to have high radon levels. Testing a home

Landslides

The 1:50,000 map rates the landslide susceptibility here as high, moderately high, moderately low, low, partly inferred. Parts of the land are water.

Terrain model

No LiDAR survey of the Office of Public Works covers the centre of the townland of Coulagh.

Flooding

The Office of Public Works publishes its flood maps on floodinfo.ie.

Radon Risk Map of Ireland, Environmental Protection Agency, and Landslide Susceptibility Classification, Geological Survey Ireland, both under CC BY 4.0. LiDAR: contains Irish Public Sector Data (Geological Survey Ireland & the Office of Public Works) licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) licence.

No address of the register names Coulagh with five sales or more. The sales of the area are on the page of Co. Kerry.

Name

Coulagh · An Cabhlach

Area

4,026,103 m² (402.61 ha, 994.87 acres)

Civil parish

Killinane, and its townlands

Barony

Iveragh

Electoral division

Killinane, the unit of the census

Census 2022

298 people lived in 121 households in the Killinane electoral division. 94% of households owned their home. 21% of homes were built since 2001. 14% of dwellings stood vacant on census night, and 25% were holiday homes.

Neighbouring townlands

Cahereighterrush, Caherlehillan, Coomasaharn, Gortnagulla, Kealduff Upper, Letter West, Teeromoyle, Toon

Placenames

Coulagh on logainm.ie, the Placenames Database of Ireland

Townlands, civil parishes, baronies and electoral divisions, National Statutory Boundaries, Tailte Éireann, CC BY 4.0. Census 2022, Small Area Population Statistics by electoral division, Central Statistics Office, CC BY 4.0. A townland is the smallest land division of Ireland, and the unit of a rural address. Old registers such as the 1901 and 1911 censuses file it under its civil parish and barony.