One of Ireland’s finest wedge tombs

The Ballyedmunduff Wedge Tomb is located on the eastern side of the Dublin Mountains and is considered to be one of the finest examples in Ireland. It was built during the Bronze Age and like many other wedge tombs is locally known as ‘The Giant’s Grave’. Wedge tombs are so-called because they have a wedge-like curve from the entrance to the back and would have originally been covered by grass or stones. The site was excavated in 1945 and small amounts of cremated human bone were found along with grave goods that included Beaker pottery, a polished stone hammer, a polishing stone, and a flint scraper. Following the excavation, the monument was rebuilt and one of its stones was found to have 7 cup marks which is a type of ancient artwork. The trees surrounding the tomb have since been chopped down making the place less atmospheric but with better views.

Thanks to itsmyireland for atmospheric video on this tomb