Last week, New Decade Production Company visited Ballyclogh 4 on the #FoynestoLimerickRoad to film as part of their new series ‘Underground Ireland’. Stay tuned for when this releases, due in 2027! #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerick #excavation

Hot off the presses! 📰📰 If you're in the Askeaton/Ballysteen area, be sure to pick up a copy of the ABC News 2025 to read about the "Forgotten Defenders", the pillboxes of the Shannon Estuary. #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #wwii #wwi #shannonestuary #pillboxes

🌈 After the rain comes colour.
A rainbow over Rincullia, brightening the dig site.

#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation

Excavation of animal remains — possibly a young calf 🐮 — at Rincullia.

Such discoveries help us understand the role of livestock in early settlement life.

#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #zooarchaeology #irisharchaeology

🛰️ Aerial views of the #excavation of a ringfort at Rincullia. These drone images give a unique perspective on the ongoing #archaeologicalexcavations & help our team document site features & spatial relationships w/ precision. #archaeology #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick

Archaeologists are clearing vegetation from the bank of this #ringfort, which remains partially intact. This process allows careful recording of the site’s features & preservation of its structure for future study #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick

B079.18.00001 (Livelihood and Housekeeping: milling) The photographs in this collection reveal many aspects of Irish life and culture over the past century or more.

“The Photographic Collection, B079.18.00001” by Dúchas © National Folklore Collection, UCD is licensed under CC BY-NC 4.0. ➡️ buff.ly/yHaXjb6 #archaeology #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #archaeologicalfinds #excavationfinds #quernstone #prehistoricarchaeology #prehistoric

Possible Structure at Clogh West 1 – captured from the air to reveal the hidden patterns of history beneath our feet. We uncovered similar sites during excavations on the N5 in Roscommon ➡️ buff.ly/jgIJQi4 #archaeology #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #prehistoricarchaeology

🛩️ Aerial archaeology in action!
Bird’s-eye views of Clogh West 1–3 showing the archaeological areas under excavation.

#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #birdseyeview #limerick #colimerick

At Ballynacaheragh 1, archaeologists uncovered a ring ditch with 5 cremation burials within the interior — offering a rare glimpse into ancient ritual & community life. #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #prehistoricarchaeology

Director Padraig Dunne and archaeologist Madison Yonda discuss findings from the cremation pit at Clogh West, shedding light on ancient practices.

#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation

Archaeologist Guillaume Ferreire records three postholes found together at Clogh West, revealing the possible remains of an ancient structure. Exciting insights coming to light!

#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation

The Forgotten Defenders - Pillboxes of the Shannon Estuary

AMS is delighted to announce the publication of an article on the #pillboxes of the #ShannonEstuary in TII's Seanda Ezine. Read the article➡️ buff.ly/CngdgVI #colimerick #askeaton #foynestolimerick #wwi #wwii #worldwarhistory #archaeology #irisharchaeology #Irishpillboxes #culturalheritage

Archaeologist Matthew Hardy carefully excavating the skeletal remains of what may be a dog, discovered at the base of the ditch at Robertstown. Each find adds a new piece to the puzzle of the past.

#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation

Archaeologist Solène Galliez recording an excavated pit at Robertstown—capturing the details that help us interpret the past layer by layer.

#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation

Creating our own shade on a sunny day at Robertstown! The tent’s doing double duty— keeping us cool and helping reduce glare so we can see the features clearly. #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation

Werner Miguel Otte taking a photo of a pit. Even on the sunniest days, archaeology isn’t always picture-perfect. When the light’s too harsh, we make our own shadows to get the shot just right. #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation

Life of a Sample: behind the scenes of an archaeological excavation in Ireland Archaeology is about more than just the shiny treasures! Just as important are the environmental remains which can tell us about how people lived and what they actually did in the past. Here, we…

Have you seen our new doc 'Life of a Sample'? View it here buff.ly/gEBO1X1 to see how important samples are in archaeology & what they can tell us #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #post-excavation #postex #postexcavation #ecofacts

New discovery at Clogh West 4! A fascinating stone spread has been uncovered, likely linked to a historic sweat house found on-site. Check out our previous post for more on this ancient structure! #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation

Exciting find at Clogh West 4! A possible sweat house has emerged during our investigations. Stay tuned as we uncover more from this intriguing site!

#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation

At Clogh East, Director Pádraig and archaeologist Robert delve into the details of a pit feature. Conversations like these help piece together the story of the site—one layer at a time.

#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation

Life of a Sample: behind the scenes of an archaeological excavation in Ireland Archaeology is about more than just the shiny treasures! Just as important are the environmental remains which can tell us about how people lived and what they actually did in the past. Here, we…

Ever wondered how archaeologists can tell how old a site is or what the past environment was like? Check out our new short documentary on 'Life of a Sample' to learn just that! buff.ly/gEBO1X1 #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #postex

#archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #archaeologicalfinds #excavationfinds #medievalarchaeology

Archaeologists Anna Carreira, Carmen Herrera, and María Jesús Quirós hard at work excavating the ditch at Robertstown—teamwork in action to uncover history! #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation

A copper ring uncovered during excavations at Robertstown. It makes you wonder – was it lost or purposely placed in a feature? #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #archaeologicalfinds #excavationfinds

A wonderful turnout for the site visits to Rincullia 8 on 20/08 for #HeritageWeek2025! Visitors got to experience what happens on an excavation & see some artefacts up close. A huge thanks to TII, LCCC, & the fantastic AMS site & post-ex team for a great day! #foynestolimerickroad #foynestolimerick

Archaeologist Ruairí Shannon carefully troweling inside the enclosure ditch at Robertstown. Every detail matters in uncovering the past! #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation

Archaeologist David Brewer uncovers an iron knife during excavations at a large enclosure in Robertstown. A remarkable find shedding light on the past! #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #archaeologicalfinds #excavationfinds

Archaeologist Chloë Broúwer uncovers iron artefacts during excavations at a large enclosure in Robertstown. Exciting discoveries that piece together history! #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #archaeologicalfinds #excavationfinds

Archaeologist Vincent Fahy found a hefty nail during the excavation of a large enclosure at Robertstown! Every detail helps build the bigger picture. #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #archaeologicalfinds #excavationfinds