Plugger Martin, Dublin Champion of the World

 This links to an interesting article on Plugger Martin at "The Bike Comes First" Website.

"One of the most remarkable cyclists ever to emerge from Ireland, is a name that may be unfamiliar to many – 'Plugger' Bill Martin. Not only did he make his mark with his performances on the bike, but he has also been credited with some innovations which helped to revolutionise the sport."

It's a very insightful article and a glimpse into the early years of Cycling.

Plugger Martin - World Champion

Glenbower Bullaun Stone, Killeagh, Cork.

This Bullaun Stone sits beside what appears to be the base of some type of Cross at Glenbower Woods near Killeagh in Cork.

It's a mid sized single Bullaun. I have no information on the area other than it is a favoured spot for local walks through the Woods and the Dissour River runs through the area. 

The Bullaun sitting alongside the base of a Cross suggests a possible disappeared ecclesiastical tradition from a previous era.

 

Perhaps it was the site of a Mass Rock during the Penal Laws although that's just supposition on my part.

There is a memorial Plaque on a bridge which crosses the river in memory of Richard John Uniacke. 

An Attorney General for the Canadian province of Nova Scotia he was born in this general area.

The Bullaun Stone itself is located on a trail signposted for Fainin's Well. 

The land in this area was the property of the de Cappell family for almost 800 years.

It's a nice woodlands area with signposted walks and well worth a visit if in the area. The tree canopy is of mixed woodland rather than a Coillte Spruce "pulp factory".