Archaeological sites · Northern Ireland
Motte or Rath
In or near Doagh.
Motte or Rath — a archaeological in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.

Kenneth Allen — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Mossley West · 6.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Motte or Rath is a archaeological located in northern-ireland, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Motte or Rath is an archaeological site located in Northern Ireland. It features a prominent earthwork structure, typically associated with medieval fortifications. The site provides insights into the region's historical landscape and settlement patterns.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 54.7269, -6.0372
- District
- Antrim and Newtownabbey
- Postcode
- BT39 0QX
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Antrim
- Nearest railway station
- Mossley West — 6.5 km
Sources
- osm: way/468144998 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Motte or Rath?
- Motte or Rath is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (postcode BT39 0QX).
- What is Motte or Rath?
- Motte or Rath — a archaeological in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Motte or Rath?
- The nearest railway station is Mossley West, about 6.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode BT39 0QX.
- Is Motte or Rath free to visit?
- Yes, Motte or Rath is free to enter.
- How do I get to Motte or Rath?
- The nearest railway station is Mossley West, about 6.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BT39 0QX.