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Newgrange Kerbstone K14

It is one of the 97 kerbstones numbered in Professor Michael J. O'Kelly's record of the monument. Walking clockwise from the entrance stone (K1), K14 is thirteen stones away from the entrance.

Newgrange Kerbstone K14 Newgrange Kerbstone K14
Plan of Newgrange Mound Plan of Newgrange Mound adapted from Newgrange - Archaeology, Art and Legend

Newgrange – Archaeology, Art and Legend

Newgrange – Archaeology, Art and Legend by Professor Michael J. O'Kelly and Claire O'Kelly Newgrange – Archaeology, Art and Legend by Professor Michael J. O'Kelly and Claire O'Kelly is the definitive archaeological study of Newgrange and one of the most important books ever published on an Irish prehistoric monument.

Based on Professor Michael J. O'Kelly's excavations between 1962 and 1975, the book explains the construction, chronology, megalithic art and winter solstice alignment of Newgrange. O'Kelly also describes the excavation, interpretation and restoration of the great passage tomb using detailed archaeological records and architectural analysis.

Richly illustrated throughout, the volume includes the important contribution of Claire O'Kelly, who collaborated closely in the excavation and recording of the site from its earliest seasons.

First published in 1982, with a paperback edition in 1988, the book remains an essential reference for anyone interested in the archaeology, megalithic art and wider significance of Newgrange and the Boyne Valley.

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Newgrange | Brú na Bóinne

Today Newgrange is managed by the Office of Public Works with Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre operated on its behalf. Pre-booking is essential in peak season.

The Boyne Valley also holds medieval heritage: Mellifont Abbey, Monasterboice high crosses and the Battle of the Boyne site at Oldbridge lie within a short drive of the passage tombs.

Private tours from local guides supplement the official OPW programme, offering context on geology, folklore and neighbouring sites such as the Hill of Tara and Hill of Slane.

Each kerbstone page on this site links back to the full gallery at kerbstones.htm, where thumbnails show the complete numbered sequence from K1 to K97.

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