AbbeysIreland was known as an island of scholars and saints. In Sligo, many abbeys were built by local chieftains and lords. The most spectacular monastery is located on Inishmurray where you can find 100s of carved stones and slabs.
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Sligo Abbeys
Ballindoon Abbey
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The ruins of Ballindoon Abbey are situated on the eastern shore of Lough Arrow. The Dominican Priory was built in 1507 by Thomas O'Farrell. The abbey was built entirely in 1 architectural style, the middle English Gothic aesthetic.
The site comprises a church, chancel, tower and transept. Opening times: 24 hours, 7 days Admission fee: € 0 |
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Ballymote Fransiscan abbey
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Ballymote Fransiscan Abbey, a now ivy-covered ruins was founded c.1442 AD by three brothers, Patrick, Andrew and Philip O'Coleman, under the patronage of McDonagh, who was then in residence at Ballymote castle. A head with a papal tiara over the western entrance is thought to be that of Pope Eugenius IV who granted permission for the founding.
The abbey was destroyed by the O'Rorkes about 1584 to deprive the then English occupant of the castle of any advantage it might be to him. The altar stood under the large east window. Opening times: 24hours, 7 days Admission fee: € 0 |
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Court Abbey
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Court "Abbey" in Lavagh is a Franciscan friary, established by the O'Hara family, and dating from the 15th century. A square central tower stands at the junction of the east and west chapels.
Opening times: 24hours, 7 days Admission fee: € 0 |
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Easkey Abbey
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Situated in the centre of Easkey, Easkey abbey dates back to medieval times. The east facing window has a lintel which is more than likely whale bone. The graveyard around the ruins has some excellent examples of box and table top tombs.
Opening times: 24hours, 7 days Admission fee: € 0 |
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Sligo Abbey
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Known locally as the Abbey, this Dominican Friary was founded in the mid - 13th century by Maurice Fitzgerald. The site contains a great wealth of carvings including Gothic and Renaissance tomb sculpture, well preserved cloister and the only sculptured 15th century high altar to survive in any Irish monastic church.
Do you know you can experience the colourful and traumatic history of the abbey brought through a guided tour. Hear all about how Maurice FitzGerald, the founder of the town, constructed this remarkable building, and about how it managed to survive the ravages of historical turmoil. Opening times: 15th March - 03th November : Daily 10.00-18.00 Last admission 45 mins before closing Admission fee: Adult: €5.00 Sen/Group: €4.00 Child/Student: €3.00 Family: €13.00 |
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