A new online video series is shining a spotlight on the archaeology of Killeagh Village in County Cork, revealing previously unknown details about the area’s past. The series documents the findings of the Killeagh Village Pavement Project, an archaeological investigation carried out by Rubicon Archaeology and supported by Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) and Cork County Council.
The project forms part of ongoing public works in East Cork and highlights how archaeological excavations in Ireland continue to uncover important evidence about settlement, landscape, and community history. The videos offer clear, accessible summaries of the research carried out on-site and, in the lab, making them a valuable resource for anyone interested in Cork archaeology, Irish heritage, or local history.
What’s Included in the Killeagh Archaeology Playlist
Each short video provides an overview of a different aspect of the project:
- Project Overview – Trish Long (Rubicon Archaeology): A summary of the excavation works carried out in Killeagh, Co. Cork, and the archaeological discoveries made during the pavement project.
- History of Killeagh – Paul MacCotter & Paudí Lee: A concise introduction to the historical development of Killeagh and its importance within East Cork.
- Osteoarchaeology with Dawn Gooney: A look at the human remains uncovered and what osteoarchaeological analysis reveals about life and death in historic Killeagh.
- Isotope Analysis – Durham University: Scientific insights into past diet and mobility using isotope research from the Killeagh archaeological remains.
- DNA Analysis – Trinity College Dublin: New genetic information about ancestry and population history uncovered through ancient DNA testing.
Together, these videos present one of the most comprehensive recent looks at archaeology in County Cork, combining traditional excavation with advanced scientific techniques increasingly used across Ireland.
Community Collaboration in East Cork
The Killeagh project reflects close cooperation between multiple organisations and the local community. Transport Infrastructure Ireland, Cork County Council, and the people of Killeagh played a key role in enabling archaeological work to take place alongside village improvement works. Their support ensured that the heritage of this East Cork community was carefully recorded and preserved.