School: Clochar na Trócaire, An Uaimh

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Navan, Co. Meath
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  1. It is told that St. Patrick and his followers were one day travelling a few miles below Moynalty. His companions got thirsty and he made the Sign of the Cross over the ground. A spring of water immediately burst forth and the same well is to be seen still, known as "St. Patrick's Well". This water has several times been tested and it was found that it will not boil at any cost.
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    1. events
      1. events (by time of year) (~11,476)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Nancy Beignan
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Moynalty, Co. Meath
    Informant
    John Morris
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Billywood, Co. Meath
  2. A few miles below Moynalty Co Meath is a well called "The Blessed Well". It is said that one day a priest was riding on his horse. As he passed this spot he
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