Saint Brendan’s Well
An ancient holy well said to be used by the patron saint of sailors and travelers, lost in the boggy west of Valentia Island.

📜 Ancient holy well on Valentia Island, Kerry, Ireland.
🔍 Said to be used by Saint Brendan, patron saint of sailors and travelers.

Why Go

✨ Experience a solemn, mystic beauty in a desolate area.
🚶‍♂️ Visit a site with medieval stone crosses from the 7th or 8th century.
🌊 Explore the wild and remote west side of Ireland's Valentia Island.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Road to well is full of big potholes, drive slowly.
🥾 Area is boggy, bring boots, especially after rain.
🚨 Cliffs at Culoo are close, known for tragedies from freak waves, extreme caution advised.

Tips

🅿️ Leave car at O’Shea’s Pub and proceed on foot.
🗺️ Follow GPS indications and road signs on Valentia Island.

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