Our Lady's Well: A Place of Prayer and Reflection
A historic and peaceful holy well near Kenmare, offering a serene space for prayer and reflection amidst the beautiful Kerry landscape.
Our Lady's Well, or *Tobar Mhuire* (Mary's Well) as it's known on old maps, is a serene and historically significant holy well in Gortamullin, near Kenmare. This peaceful site offers a place for prayer and contemplation, marked by a statue of the Virgin Mary and a stone with incised crosses from centuries of devotional rounds.
A brief summary to Our Lady's Well
- Cromwell Ct, Kenmare, Gortamullin, Co. Kerry, IE
Local tips
- The well can be easily missed; look for a small sign next to the entrance of the Limestone Guest House or access it from the car park of the nearby funeral home.
- Consider visiting on August 15th, the Feast of Our Lady's Assumption, for a special Mass and a chance to witness traditional devotional practices.
- Take a moment for quiet contemplation and prayer at this peaceful and well-maintained site.
Getting There
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Walking
From the center of Kenmare, Our Lady's Well is approximately a 15-20 minute walk. Head east on Main Street (N71) towards Killarney. Turn left onto Shelbourne Street, then continue onto Gortamullin. The well is located on Cromwell Ct, Gortamullin, Kenmare, Co. Kerry, look for a small sign next to the entrance of the Limestone Guest House.
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Public Transport
The 270 bus route serves Kenmare. From Kenmare, it is a short walk to Our Lady's Well. Head east on Main Street (N71) towards Killarney. Turn left onto Shelbourne Street, then continue onto Gortamullin. The well is located on Cromwell Ct, Gortamullin, Kenmare, Co. Kerry, look for a small sign next to the entrance of the Limestone Guest House. Bus fare within Kenmare is approximately €2-€4.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Kenmare. A taxi from the town center to Our Lady's Well will take approximately 5 minutes. Taxi fares generally start around €7-€10.
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