Location

This is one of many Holy Well's in the Parish and is situated in a field known as Biddy's Well Field. Originally the well was situated on Rabbit Island. Legend has it that one year either because pilgrims were drowned or because the well was desecrated, the well disappeared over night.

The old people said that it was carried across the sea to the mainland with the “Amhscarbach” in a cloud of fog. It is now situated at the bottom of the hill known as Druim na Cille in the townland of Ardráth Ardra opposite the island.

Cures, Uses and Warnings

If you travel by donkey do not let him drink the water if he has an ailment. Many years ago, a “Bodach” forced his blind donkey to drink from the well and he was cured. However. the Bodach went blind.

 Well on 01 Feb 2022 

• It is supposed to have a cure for sore eyes.  Tradition says that you rub the water to your eyes and pray for the water to bubble which will mean that you have been cured of your ailment. 
• Do not take the water home to make tea as it does not boil when placed over fire. (not sure about electric kettle)

Sayings and Stories

Gach re lá go maith o La Fhéile Bride amach, 

Agus gach lá o Lá Fhéile Pádraig. 

“Agus leath mo laese, leis” arsa Pádraig. 

The oyster catcher is known as Giolla Brighde, the “Guide of St. Bride”, for she was supposed to send the birds to guide sailors to safety.