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- Newmarket on Fergus, Co. Clare
- Teacher: Eibhlin, Bean Mhic Conmara
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St John's Day
St John's day falls on he 24th of June.On that day people visit a well in Newhall which is two miles from Ennis.and this well is called St John's well. On St John's Eve it is an old custom to have a bonfire .
It is said that there are many cures in this well.Many people go and do a certain amount of rounds,more people go on their knees back and forwards ,several times .The people who do these things are those who have faith in the well.More people drink this water or bring it home with them.(continues on next page)