[1] The site is currently part-owned by Roadstone Dublin Limited[2] and extensive quarrying has noticeably changed the profile of the hill.

[1] According to legend, Fionn mac Cumhaill had a fortress on the hill and used the surrounding flatlands as training grounds for his warriors.

[3] In 1859 Sir Gerard George Aylmer, the 9th Baronet of Donadea began building a circular tower on the top of the hill, which was completed in 1863.

[1][dead link‍] During the construction of the tower a large coffin containing human bones was unearthed which were said to be those of Fionn mac Cumhaill.

[5] An agreement between Roadstone Dublin Limited and Kildare County Council allows quarrying to be carried out (subject to conditions) for a period of 50 years from 15 October 2008 [6][7]