School: Drumbaniffe, Crusheen
- Location:
- Drom Bainbh, Co. an Chláir
- Teacher: Máire Ní Lionnáin
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- There are many fairy forts in this district.In Mr. John Tamplin's farm, Barefield, which is about five miles north east of Ennis, there is a fort called the "Cathair", where the Danes were intended to build a castle long ago. When they had the foundation made, it filled up with water and they were unable to build the castle. Then fairies dwelt there.One night Mr Tamplin's grandfather went out to see his cow, which was in calf.When he drew near the fort he saw clothes out in a hedge to dry.When he was coming home he heard lovely(continues on next page)