Earth Science Conservation Review

Belmore; Moneyouragan PotFermanagh
Summary Full report
Site Type: Pothole
Site Status: ASSI
Council area: Fermanagh & Omagh District Council
Grid Reference: H12344075
Bing maps: 54.31537,-7.81098
Google maps: 54.31537,-7.81098
Rocks
Rock Age: Quaternary (Holocene)
Rock Name: Dartry Limestone Formation
Rock Type: Limestone
Interest
Other interest: dry valley, pothole
Summary of site:
Moneyouragan Pot is in the east depression of the dry valley of the same name. A 6m descent through cherty Dartry Limestone leads to an unstable boulder floor in which a small hole gives access to a lower, similar floor. Excavation here could open further extensions.

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