Athcarne Cross

On the way to Tara from Bru na Boyne, is where you can find this cross that's situated on the side of the road. It was built in 1675 for Sir Luke Balthe by his wife Cecilia Dowdal who lived in Athcarne Castle. The cross has renaissance as well as baroque influences. On the right side of the cross we can see a crucified Christ with his arms over his head and feet resting on a skull. The left side shows the Virgin with the Child.