Clonenagh

17 registered freehold parcels lie mostly in Clonenagh, from 3,134 m² (0.31 ha, 0.77 acres) to 711,457 m² (71.15 ha, 175.8 acres). The dashed line is the townland's boundary. 26 neighbouring parcels touch it.

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No zone of a development plan covers Clonenagh 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.

• 26 Nov 2024Conditional

  erect a 24m lattice telecommunications support structure on a 1.2 metre high raised foundation (providing an overall height of 25.2 metres) together with associated antennas and dishes and to remove the existing 15 metre lattice telecommunications structure with antennas (providing an overall height of 17.1 metres). The proposed development is all enclosed within an existing compound

  Permission · Laois County Council, 2460708

• 23 Oct 2019Conditional

  retain permission for slatted unit as constructed and to provide roof over same

  Permission · Laois County Council, 19584

• 24 Jul 2017Conditional

  construct extension to front of existing shed, amending previously granted permission 17/68

  Permission · Laois County Council, 17395

• 7 Feb 2017Conditional

  construct extension to both ends of existing shed for the purpose of relocating an existing milking parlour

  Permission · Laois County Council, 1768

• 30 Jan 2017N/a

  construct extension to both ends of existing shed for the purpose of relocating an existing milking parlour

  Permission · Laois County Council, 1741

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

Designated sites

No designated site (Special Area of Conservation, Special Protection Area, Natural Heritage Area or proposed one) touches the townland of Clonenagh.

Recorded monuments

• LA017-003001 Church
  Description

  Clonenagh meaning the Ivy meadow was a monastery founded by St. Fintan around 548 (Comerford 1886, vol. 3, 291). His feast day was celebrated on the 17th of February (Comerford 1886, vol. 3, 291). In 1576 Robert Hartpole of Carlow was granted the ‘manor of the Blackeforde (LA014-045----), a castle in Monyferricke (LA014-100----), Rathmadocke alias the Blackeforde, the lands of Moniferick, Rathmadock alias the Blackeforde, Kilteighan, Garrans, Kilgessin, Ballekilkavan, Dromlin alias Killiclery, Inche alias Ballicowley, and Bavon an old castle in Colvanacre (LA008-015----) alias Colbanahore [Coolbanagher], the lands of Colvanacre alias Colbanahore, Ballarighan, Killgenne, Ballenebeg, Shanebeg, Ballemolrone, and Ballenestraghe, the lands of Shrowle [Shrule] (LA032-012001-), Ballyhormer, Ballecollin, Rathduf, Garribriken, Aghatenan, and Cappescribedor, in the lordship of Slemarge, a ruinous castle and lands in Clonrere [Clonreher] (LA013-019----) alias Merickeston, lands in Cultwerin, Killclonhoberd, Ballekillkaraghe, Knockandiere, Rathnemanaghe, and lands of Killehide, Ballehide, Garrenoe, Ballinecard, Farrinduf, Rossemore, and Ballim’Kegane, in the lordship of Slemarge, the lands of Ballirahen, Rossenalgan, Garroughe, Dormoile, and Capoile, or Cappahoile, in the same lordship; the advowson of the rectory of S. Fenton [Fintan], of Clowenenaghe [Clonenagh] (LA017-003001-), diocese of Leighlen, all in Queen’s co.. To hold for ever, by the service of a fouth part of a knight’s fee; rent £26 1s. 2d., Maintaining six English horsemen’ (Nicholls 1994, 376). Archdall writing in 1786 states that 'Clonenagh is now a Parish Church of the Diocese of Leighlin. The adjoining graveyard (LA017-003002-) is used as a place of interment chiefly of Protestants; on the opposite side of the road is another cemetery (LA017-003007-) in which Catholics are exclusively interred' (Comerford 1883-86, vol. 3, 298). Situated on a slightly elevated area. St Fintans Well (LA017-003003-) and Holy Tree (LA017-003004-) located to the N of the church. Low motte or possible ringwork (LA017-003009-) located in field immediately S of church and graveyard. A second burial ground with possible church site (LA017-003023) that was known in the 19th century as St Bridget's graveyard (LA017-003008-) is located in field to E of church with a second graveyard (LA017-003007-) located across the main road to the N of the church. A sixteenth-century nave (Wth c. 8.6m), and chancel (Wth c. 6.4m, L c. 8.9m) church built of roughly coursed sandstone and limestone rubble. The nave is only discernible at the cross-wall. The E gable contains a two-light limestone window with tracery. It is lightly hammer-dressed and has bar-holes and glazing-grooves. The sandstone chancel arch (Wth c. 3.55m, T c. 1.4m) has a central rib of finely hammer-dressed limestone. Immediately above the apex of the arch is a sandstone rectangular shaped window with flat chamfered head. No original opes visible in N or S walls. Good evidence of external lime render on walls of chancel, church located in E quadrant of large graveyard (LA017-003002-). A large number of uninscribed grave-markers and headstones, post 1700 AD in date, are visible in the surrounding subrectangular graveyard; also a block of sandstone with a skull and cross-bones in relief, and a corbel with a human face (Comerford 1886, vol. 3, 291-9). The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Compiled by: David Sweetman Revised by: Caimin O'Brien Date of revised upload: 16 November 2015

• LA017-003002 Graveyard
  Description

  On a slightly elevated area. The graveyard contains a large number of uninscribed grave markers and headstones dating to the C18th. Also a sandstone block with a skull and cross bones in relief and a corbel with a human face. Medieval nave and chancel church (LA017-003001-) located in E quadrant of graveyard. Clonenagh meaning the Ivy meadow was a monastery founded by St. Fintan around 548 (Comerford 1883-86, 291). His feast day was celebrated on the 17th of February (Comerford 1883-86, 291). Archdall writing in 1786 states that 'Clonenagh is now a Parish Church of the Diocese of Leighlin. The adjoining graveyard is used as a place of interment chiefly of Protestants; on the opposite side of the road is another cemetery (LA017-003007-) in which Catholics are exclusively interred' (Comerford 1886, vol. 3, 298). Rectangular shaped graveyard (int. dims. 63m N-S; 56m E-W) enclosed by a stone wall containing post 1700 AD memorials. Nave and chancel church located in E quadrant of graveyard. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003003 Ritual site - holy well
  Description

  In an elevated area. No visible surface remains. Now dried up. Reference to a sacred tree (LA017-003004-) opposite the well (O'Hanlon and O'Leary 1907, vol. 1, 209). Graveyard (LA017-003007-) located to NNW. Clonenagh meaning the Ivy meadow was a monastery founded by St. Fintan around 548 (Comerford 1886, vol. 3, 291). His feast day was celebrated on the 17th of February (Comerford 1886, vol. 3, 291). According to Comerford the well does not occupy its original site which was in the adjoining field; the owner of this field contrived to divert the spring to the places it occupies at present. An old tree (LA017-003004-), opposite the well, is popularly supposed to be connected with it. In some cavities in the trunk, water is said to be at all times found, in which healing properties are ascribed (Comerford 1886, vol. 3, 298). The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003004 Ritual site - holy tree/bush
  Description

  In an elevated area beside the road. An ash tree containing water which is said to have healing powers (O'Hanlon and O'Leary 1907, 200-209). According to Comerford an old tree, opposite the well (LA017-003003-), is popularly supposed to be connected with it. In some cavities in the trunk, water is said to be at all times found, in which healing properties are ascribed (Comerford 1886, vol. 3, 298). The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003005 Cross-slab
  Description

  In an elevated area. In 1988 ten early Christian cross-slabs, rectangular in shape were uncovered during the digging of a pathway through the graveyard (LA017-003007-) at Clonenagh. Three are in false relief, the remainder are simple incised crosses. These cross-slabs have been attached to the inner E face of the graveyard wall in the W quadrant of the graveyard. The slabs have been numbered one to thirteen by Manning in his article entitled 'Cross-Slabs from Clonenagh, Co. Laois' (1998, 185-192). The slabs are upright just inside the gateway to the graveyard. This area has been used as a dumping place for cut grass and other debris that has resulted in the base of the slabs being covered in soil and vegetation. Slab 1 consists of a 'fragmentary slab (H 0.69m, Wth 0.18m, T 0.08m) with overall decoration on both faces. It has only one original edge and this has a double-line border along it on each face. The decoration consists of crosses within circles, small spirals, lines and other motifs. On face 'a' (now S face) there are two crosses within circles and part of a third. They are simple, unevenly executed, slightly expanded Greek crosses formed by dressing back around them the remainer of the circles, which are 105-110mm in diameter. There is a tiny hole at the centre of each cross. The remainder of the surface is covered with individual spirals, a pelta, some lines and a motif, left in relief, which looks like shears. Face 'b' (now N face) has one rather uneven Greek cross, with a small hole at the centre and with the surrounding oval (105mm wide by 125mm high) dressed back. At the top is part of what may be another cross within a double frame, an oval surrounded by a quadrangle. Below the complete cross is a group of three spirals, with further separate spirals beneath' (Manning 1998, 186-7). The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003006 Architectural fragment
  Description

  In an elevated area within graveyard. A block of sandstone decorated with Romanesque art was uncovered in 1988 during graveyard (LA017-003007-) clean-up scheme. This sandstone slab (H 0.5m; Wth 0.26m; T 0.22m) is decorated with an incised double chevron running along the edge of the sandstone block, the space between the two opposed chevrons contains a floral motif. Probably the jambstone of a Romanesque doorway or archway very similar to the carvings found on the chancel arch of the Nuns chapel in Clonmacnoise. This block has been set into concrete against the inner face of the W wall of the graveyard to the N of the gateway into the graveyard. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003007 Graveyard
  Description

  Clonenagh meaning the Ivy meadow was a monastery founded by St. Fintan around 548 (Comerford 1886, vol. 3, 291). His feast day was celebrated on the 17th of February (Comerford 1883-86, vol. 3, 291). St Fintans Well (LA017-003003-) and Holy Tree (LA017-003004-) located to the S of the graveyard. Low motte or possible ringwork (LA017-003009-) located across the road to the S . A second burial ground with possible church site (LA017-003023) that was known in the 19th century as St Bridget's graveyard (LA017-003008-) is located across the road to the S with a second graveyard (LA017-003002-) and church (LA017-003001-) located across the main road to the S. Archdall writing in 1786 states that 'Clonenagh is now a Parish Church of the Diocese of Leighlin. The adjoining graveyard (LA017-003002-) is used as a place of interment chiefly of Protestants; on the opposite side of the road is another cemetery in which Catholics are exclusively interred' (Comerford 1886, vol. 3, 298). Reference to monastery (L. c. 40 feet, W c. 18 ft. T.C. 3 ft) here (O'Byrne 1856, 55, 56). In an elevated area within graveyard. Graveyard contains fourteen inscribed early Christian cross-slabs and numerous uninscribed grave markers, and a chevron decorated sandstone voussoir from a Romanesque church. All of these have been placed against the inner face of the W wall of the graveyard. Roughly rectangular shaped graveyard (int. dims. 51m N-S; 46m E-W) enclosed by a stone wall containing post 1700 AD memorials. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003008 Graveyard
  Description

  Marked on the 1841 edition of the OS 6-inch map as 'Old Graveyard'. A number of randomly placed, uninscribed grave-markers are visible on top of a natural hill, the summit of which appears to be artificially raised as a result of burials (pers. comm. Elizabeth FitzPatrick). St Fintans Well (LA017-003003-) and Holy Tree (LA017-003004-) located to the N. Low motte or possible ringwork (LA017-003009-) located in field to SW. Another church (LA017-003001-) and graveyard (LA017-003002-) located in adjoinig field to the W. Sitiuated atop low hillock in undulating countryside with good views in all directions. This burial ground was dedicated to St Brigit as illustrated on Molloy's sketch of Clonenagh from c. 1813 (Manning 1998, 186). According to Manning 'slight traces of a mortared stone structure survive, probably a church (LA017-003023), and human bones are frequently unearthed here by burrowing animals' (Manning 1998, 186). The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003009 Castle - motte
  Description

  Located i9n field immediately S of Clonenagh church (LA017-003001-) and graveyard (LA017-003002-). A circular platform (diam c. 23m, H c. 2.5m) with evidence of a surrounding fosse. No other visible surface remains. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003010 Cross-slab
  Description

  In an elevated area. In 1988 ten early Christian cross-slabs, rectangular in shape were uncovered during the digging of a pathway through the graveyard (LA017-003007-) at Clonenagh. Three are in false relief, the remainder are simple incised crosses. These cross-slabs have been attached to the inner E face of the graveyard wall in the W quadrant of the graveyard. The slabs have been numbered one to thirteen by Manning in his article entitled 'Cross-Slabs from Clonenagh, Co. Laois' (1998, 185-192). The slabs are upright just inside the gateway to the graveyard. This area has been used as a dumping place for cut grass and other debris that has resulted in the base of the slabs being covered in soil and vegetation. Slab 2 consists of a 'fragmentary slab (H 0.57m, Wth 0.38m, T 0.07m) is more weathered than no. 1 and is decorated on one face only. The only original edge has a double-line border along it. The most prominent feature of the decoration is a small Greek cross with a hole at the centre and slightly expanded terminals within a circle, all in false relief. Immediately above it is what appears to be part of a similar cross within a circle. In the areas at each side of the main cross are a circle in flase relief, an S motif, a meander, dots and a motif like the symbol for £ reversed. Below the cross are some further spirals and lines, and areas where no decoration can now be discerned' (Manning 1998, 187). Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003011 Cross-slab
  Description

  In an elevated area. In 1988 ten early Christian cross-slabs, rectangular in shape were uncovered during the digging of a pathway through the graveyard (LA017-003007-) at Clonenagh. Three are in false relief, the remainder are simple incised crosses. These cross-slabs have been attached to the inner E face of the graveyard wall in the W quadrant of the graveyard. The slabs have been numbered one to thirteen by Manning in his article entitled 'Cross-Slabs from Clonenagh, Co. Laois' (1998, 185-192). The slabs are upright just inside the gateway to the graveyard. This area has been used as a dumping place for cut grass and other debris that has resulted in the base of the slabs being covered in soil and vegetation. Slab 3 'is the corner of a large slab (H 0.37m, Wth 0.27m, T 0.09m) decorated on one face only. A double-line border along its two original edges forms an obtuse angle to avoid the right-angled corner of the stone, where part of the face was missing prior to carving. There are two Greek crosses within circles in flase relief and with tiny holes at their centres visible. One is incomplete. The remainder of the surface is decorated with spirals' (Manning 1998, 187). Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003012 Cross-slab
  Description

  In an elevated area. In 1988 ten early Christian cross-slabs, rectangular in shape were uncovered during the digging of a pathway through the graveyard (LA017-003007-) at Clonenagh. Three are in false relief, the remainder are simple incised crosses. These cross-slabs have been attached to the inner E face of the graveyard wall in the W quadrant of the graveyard. The slabs have been numbered one to thirteen by Manning in his article entitled 'Cross-Slabs from Clonenagh, Co. Laois' (1998, 185-192). The slabs are upright just inside the gateway to the graveyard. This area has been used as a dumping place for cut grass and other debris that has resulted in the base of the slabs being covered in soil and vegetation. Slab 4 consists of a 'small complete slab (H 0.45m, Wth 0.4m, T 0.05m) with an outline Latin cross incised on it. The upright portion of the cross forms a complete long rectangle with the arms, consistsing of two small rectangles, attached' (Manning 1998, 187). Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003013 Cross-slab
  Description

  In an elevated area. In 1988 ten early Christian cross-slabs, rectangular in shape were uncovered during the digging of a pathway through the graveyard (LA017-003007-) at Clonenagh. Three are in false relief, the remainder are simple incised crosses. These cross-slabs have been attached to the inner E face of the graveyard wall in the W quadrant of the graveyard. The slabs have been numbered one to thirteen by Manning in his article entitled 'Cross-Slabs from Clonenagh, Co. Laois' (1998, 185-192). The slabs are upright just inside the gateway to the graveyard. This area has been used as a dumping place for cut grass and other debris that has resulted in the base of the slabs being covered in soil and vegetation. Slab 5 consists of 'an incomplete slab (H 0.55m, Wth 0.44m; T 0.05m) with either part of the upper or lower member of a cross defined by two incised lines. Running out at right angles to the terminal at each side is a double line with spirals attached' (Manning 1998, 187). Immediately N of Slab 5 there are two eighteenth century headstones that have been incorporated into the E face of the W wall of the graveyard. The first headstone belongs to Elllinor Culliton and is dated to 1752. The second sandstone headstone dates from 1702. Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003014 Cross-slab
  Description

  In an elevated area. In 1988 ten early Christian cross-slabs, rectangular in shape were uncovered during the digging of a pathway through the graveyard (LA017-003007-) at Clonenagh. Three are in false relief, the remainder are simple incised crosses. These cross-slabs have been attached to the inner E face of the graveyard wall in the W quadrant of the graveyard. The slabs have been numbered one to thirteen by Manning in his article entitled 'Cross-Slabs from Clonenagh, Co. Laois' (1998, 185-192). The slabs are upright just inside the gateway to the graveyard. This area has been used as a dumping place for cut grass and other debris that has resulted in the base of the slabs being covered in soil and vegetation. Slab 6 consists of a 'small, cross-shaped slab (H 0.7m ; Wth 0.33m; T 0.05m), with short stumpy arms and a plain, incised, outline Latin cross on one face roughly following the outline of the stone' (Manning 1998, 187-88). Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003015 Cross-slab
  Description

  In an elevated area. In 1988 ten early Christian cross-slabs, rectangular in shape were uncovered during the digging of a pathway through the graveyard (LA017-003007-) at Clonenagh. Three are in false relief, the remainder are simple incised crosses. These cross-slabs have been attached to the inner E face of the graveyard wall in the W quadrant of the graveyard. The slabs have been numbered one to thirteen by Manning in his article entitled 'Cross-Slabs from Clonenagh, Co. Laois' (1998, 185-192). The slabs are upright just inside the gateway to the graveyard. This area has been used as a dumping place for cut grass and other debris that has resulted in the base of the slabs being covered in soil and vegetation. Slab 7 consists of a 'slab (H 0.7m, Wth 0.3m, T 0.065m) decorated with a 'Latin cross with rectangular expansions at the terminals and another rectangle on the stem, all carved in false relief. The area dressed back to create the false relief forms a plain Latin cross framing the main cross' (Manning 1998, 188). Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003016 Cross-slab
  Description

  In an elevated area. In 1988 ten early Christian cross-slabs, rectangular in shape were uncovered during the digging of a pathway through the graveyard (LA017-003007-) at Clonenagh. Three are in false relief, the remainder are simple incised crosses. These cross-slabs have been attached to the inner E face of the graveyard wall in the W quadrant of the graveyard. The slabs have been numbered one to thirteen by Manning in his article entitled 'Cross-Slabs from Clonenagh, Co. Laois' (1998, 185-192). The slabs are upright just inside the gateway to the graveyard. This area has been used as a dumping place for cut grass and other debris that has resulted in the base of the slabs being covered in soil and vegetation. Slab 8 consists of a 'small slab (H 0.31m; Wth 0.30m; T 0.05m) with an incised encircled cross, which has the upper and lower members protruding beyond the circle. The arms of the cross stop at the circle, which is 0.12m, in diameter.' (Manning 1998, 188). Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003017 Cross-slab
  Description

  In an elevated area. In 1988 ten early Christian cross-slabs, rectangular in shape were uncovered during the digging of a pathway through the graveyard (LA017-003007-) at Clonenagh. Three are in false relief, the remainder are simple incised crosses. These cross-slabs have been attached to the inner E face of the graveyard wall in the W quadrant of the graveyard. The slabs have been numbered one to thirteen by Manning in his article entitled 'Cross-Slabs from Clonenagh, Co. Laois' (1998, 185-192). The slabs are upright just inside the gateway to the graveyard. This area has been used as a dumping place for cut grass and other debris that has resulted in the base of the slabs being covered in soil and vegetation. Slab 9 consists of a 'small, cross-shaped slab (H 0.42m; Wth 0.23m; T 0.09m) with stumpy arms, one of which is broken. It has an outline, wheeled, Latin cross incised on one face, with the arms extending out onto the arms of the slab. There is a tiny central hole. Four short curving lines indicate the inner edge of the ring at the angles'. (Manning 1998, 188). Immediately N of this slab there is a sandstone mullion (L 0.22m) of a twin light window with a glazing groove visible on both faces. The mullion has been set into a concrete base up against the E face of the W wall of the graveyard. Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003018 Cross-slab
  Description

  In an elevated area. In 1988 thirteen early Christian cross-slabs, rectangular in shape were uncovered during the digging of a pathway through the graveyard (LA017-003007-) at Clonenagh. Three are in false relief, the remainder are simple incised crosses. These cross-slabs have been attached to the inner E face of the graveyard wall in the W quadrant of the graveyard. The slabs have been numbered one to thirteen by Manning in his article entitled 'Cross-Slabs from Clonenagh, Co. Laois' (1998, 185-192). The slabs are upright just inside the gateway to the graveyard. This area has been used as a dumping place for cut grass and other debris that has resulted in the base of the slabs being covered in soil and vegetation. Slab 10 consists of a 'portion of a slab (H 0.42m; Wth 0.27m; T 0.06m) with what appears to be the lower part of an outline Latin cross open at the base. Part of the arm can be seen on the left side.' (Manning 1998, 189). To the N of this slab there is a sandstone pillar decorated with a double chevron running along the edge of the pillar (LA017-003006-). Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003019 Ecclesiastical enclosure
  Description

  Possible monastic enclosure around the monastery of Clonenagh (LA017-003001-) as suggested by Manning (Manning 1998, 186) based on cartographic evidence only. Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003020 Cross-slab
  Description

  In an elevated area. In 1988 thirteen early Christian cross-slabs, rectangular in shape were uncovered during the digging of a pathway through the graveyard (LA017-003007-) at Clonenagh. Three are in false relief, the remainder are simple incised crosses. These cross-slabs have been attached to the inner E face of the graveyard wall in the W quadrant of the graveyard. The slabs have been numbered one to thirteen by Manning in his article entitled 'Cross-Slabs from Clonenagh, Co. Laois' (1998, 185-192). The slabs are upright just inside the gateway to the graveyard. This area has been used as a dumping place for cut grass and other debris that has resulted in the base of the slabs being covered in soil and vegetation. Slab 11 consists of a 'roughly rectangular fragment with remains of a single incised line close to each long side, which may be part of the stem of an outline cross as on no. 6. Much of the surface has flaked away' (Manning 1998, 189). Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003021 Cross-slab
  Description

  In an elevated area. In 1988 thirteen early Christian cross-slabs, rectangular in shape were uncovered during the digging of a pathway through the graveyard (LA017-003007-) at Clonenagh. Three are in false relief, the remainder are simple incised crosses. These cross-slabs have been attached to the inner E face of the graveyard wall in the W quadrant of the graveyard. The slabs have been numbered one to thirteen by Manning in his article entitled 'Cross-Slabs from Clonenagh, Co. Laois' (1998, 185-192). The slabs are upright just inside the gateway to the graveyard. This area has been used as a dumping place for cut grass and other debris that has resulted in the base of the slabs being covered in soil and vegetation. Slab 12 consists of a 'small slab (H 0.2m; Wth 0.27m; T 0.07m) with incised crosses on each face. The incised lines are 20-30mm wide and run to the edge of the stone. The cross on one face appears to have had slightly expanded terminals' (Manning 1998, 189). Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003022 Cross-slab
  Description

  In an elevated area. In 1988 thirteen early Christian cross-slabs, rectangular in shape were uncovered during the digging of a pathway through the graveyard (LA017-003007-) at Clonenagh. Three are in false relief, the remainder are simple incised crosses. These cross-slabs have been attached to the inner E face of the graveyard wall in the W quadrant of the graveyard. The slabs have been numbered one to thirteen by Manning in his article entitled 'Cross-Slabs from Clonenagh, Co. Laois' (1998, 185-192). The slabs are upright just inside the gateway to the graveyard. This area has been used as a dumping place for cut grass and other debris that has resulted in the base of the slabs being covered in soil and vegetation. Slab no 13 consists of a 'tiny cross is set in the ground within the burial plot of the Finn family, near the north-west corner of the graveyard. It is a plain Latin cross with dressed back portions on each face at each side of the shaft' (Manning 1998, 189). Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-003023 Church
  Description

  This burial (LA017-003008-) ground was dedicated to St Brigit as illustrated on Molloy's sketch of Clonenagh from c. 1813 (Manning 1998, 186). According to Manning 'slight traces of a mortared stone structure survive, probably a church (LA017-003023), and human bones are frequently unearthed here by burrowing animals' (Manning 1998, 186). Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-004001 Church
  Description

  Marked 'site of Church' on 1838 ed OS 6-inch map in centre of a circular enclosure (LA017-004002-). Situated in undulating countryside. Remains of a low mound with a rectangular hollow area in the centre. No other visible surface remains. A hawthorn bush is growing on the spot marked 'thorn' on the 1841 edition of the OS 6-inch map. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-004002 Ecclesiastical enclosure
  Description

  Hachured on the 1838 ed OS 6-inch map. In undulating countryside. Appears as a low mound. Enclosure depicted on OS 6-inch map as enclosing church site (LA017-004001-), The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-004003 Ritual site - holy tree/bush
  Description

  Marked as 'thorn' on the 1838 ed OS 6-inch map. A hawthorn bush visible in this area associated with site of church (LA017-004001-) and ecclesiastical enclosure (LA017-004002-). The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 17 December 2007

• LA017-005 Road - road/trackway
  Description

  A low flat ridge (H c. 1m, Wth c. 8m) running NW-SE in direction of Clonenagh church (LA017-003001-) with possible drain and outer bank on either side may represent an old road. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Laois' (Dublin Stationery Office, 1995) compiled by P. David Sweetman, Olive Alcock and Bernie Moran. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 17 December 2007

Architectural heritage

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

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 Clonenagh, about 1 in 10 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 moderately low, low, partly inferred.

Terrain model

LiDAR of the Office of Public Works, flown in 2011, at 2 m: tile OPW_2056 (ZIP).

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 Clonenagh with five sales or more. The sales of the area are on the page of Co. Laois.

Name

Clonenagh · Cluain Eidhneach

Area

2,106,888 m² (210.69 ha, 520.62 acres)

Civil parish

Clonenagh and Clonagheen, and its townlands

Barony

Maryborough West

Electoral division

Trumra, the unit of the census

Census 2022

284 people lived in 90 households in the Trumra electoral division. 89% of households owned their home. 29% of homes were built since 2001. 13% of dwellings stood vacant on census night, and 3% were holiday homes.

Neighbouring townlands

Cappagh South, Clonadacasey, Cloncourse, Cloncullen, Derraugh, Derry Beg, Fatharnagh, Gorteen, Redcastle, Ringstown, Trumra

Placenames

Clonenagh 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.