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Corcomroe Abbey

Corcomroe Abbey

West Ireland | County Clare

Corcomroe Abbey, located in the north of the Burren region (aprox 8km east of Ballyvaughan), County Clare, is an early 13th-century Cistercian monastery of which the foundation is attributed either to Donal Mór Ua Briain (Donald O'Brien), or his successor Donough Cairbreach. They were chieftains of the powerful O'Brien clan and the founders of many other religious structures in the historic Thomond region. a In reference to the Burren's fertile soil, the Latin name "Santa Maria de Petra Fertilis" (St. Mary of Fertile Rock) has long been associated with the abbey. Corcomroe is noted for its outstanding masonry works, detailed carvings, and rich ornamentation, which are not commonly found in structures from this period. The north wall of the chancel has a arched recess containing tomb (effigy of Irish chieftain carved in limestone slab) which is believed to belong to Conor na Siudaine Ua Briain (Conor O'Brien), King of Thomond who died in nearby battle in 1268 and supposedly was buried here. After the dissolution of churches by King Henry VIII in 16th century Corcomroe Abbey began to decline but at least till 1628 shortended community of monks continued to worship here and to maintain the monastery fields.

  • OPENING HOURS AND TICKETS :
    • Freely accessible
  • CAR PARK :
    • Yes

Photos from Corcomroe Abbey