Quin Abbey

Quin Abbey

Quin Abbey was a Franciscan abbey that was founded in 1433 in Quin, County Clare, Ireland. The abbey was built on the foundations of an earlier castle owned by the Norman de Clare family [Brian Hodkinson, "Was Quin Castle Completed?", North Munster Antiquarian Journal, Vol. 44, 2004, pp.53-8] . Although mostly ruined, the structure of the abbey has been preserved and the foundations of its corner towers can still be seen.

A visitors centre is located near the abbey, and the structure can be toured inside as well as outside in the grounds. The graveyard surrounding the abbey is still in use. The Abbey has had lighting installed recently which produces a spectacular sight at night.Admission to the Abbey is free.

ee also

* List of abbeys and priories in the Republic of Ireland (County Clare)


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