Rooted in centuries of stories, Aughagower’s stones whisper legends, history, and memory — from the Round Tower to the Sheela na Gig.
A small group of passionate volunteers, united by pride in their village, working together to keep Aughagower clean, connected, and celebrated.
Folklore, voices, and local legends — shared through video, oral history, and the echoes of place. Our heritage is alive and growing.
With digital tools and a community-led approach, we’re making Aughagower’s heritage accessible to locals, schools, visitors, and the wider world.
We are a small group of dedicated lovers of Aughagower village and the surrounding community, united by a deep love for our place and its stories. Since 1988, we’ve worked to keep our village clean, welcoming, and connected to its rich heritage.
After joining the Heritage Keepers project with the Burrenbeo Trust, our passion for local history was reignited — and this project was born. Together, we’re building something meaningful: a living archive of place, memory, and pride.
The project is led by Patricia Sheridan, Susan Cusack, Niamh Burke, Karen Carney, and Marlene Foy — women whose care and energy keep Aughagower’s story alive.
10th Century
Tógáil an Chloigthí
Aughagower’s Round Tower was erected as part of a monastic settlement — still standing today as a silent witness to the village’s ancient roots.
5th century
Glúin Naomh Pádraig
Near the Round Tower in the graveyard is a small stone with a recess carved in it, that fills with water. Local legend states that St. Patrick kneeled on this stone and left the imprint. And the water that gathers in it, is thought to be holy.
Medieval Period
Tobair na nDeachan
Found in a nearby ditch, was moved to Dabhach Phádraig for security reasons. One of 124 in ireland, Sheela na gigs are thought to be a symbol of a pagan Godess for fertility,while others believe its a sign to ward off evil.
5th–9th century CE
Cloch an Chondra
It is a large stone, 188 kg in weight, which is currently on display in the picnic area in village. The local Folklore stories state that a giant once lived in Aughagower and could throw this stone over his shoulder and throw it ‘as far as a man could throw a pebble’. The stone has his fingerprints in it to this day.
Our local guides will walk you through the stories that shaped our village.!
Together for Aughagower
