07/06/2026
The Termon Cross at Creggan is an important part of our local heritage and a visible link to the area’s early Christian past.
The name comes from the Irish word ‘Tearmann’, meaning sanctuary or boundary. Termon Crosses were used to mark the lands belonging to early monasteries, defining sacred spaces and places of refuge.
Recently, with permission to access the land where the cross stands, some much-needed maintenance work was carried out around the site. Overgrown scrub and grass were cleared back, a new protective railing was installed, and concrete was laid to help protect the monument for the future.
Looking after monuments like this is nothing new. Historically, local people took responsibility for maintaining and protecting these important landmarks, ensuring they survived for future generations. In many ways, this work simply continues that long-standing tradition of community care for our shared heritage.
The Termon Cross in Kickham’s GAC Creggan has stood for centuries, and with a little care and attention today, it can continue to tell its story for many years to come.
