Antiquities
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Description of antiquities in Mayo Abbey and Rosslee parishes from Irish Tourist Association Survey, 1945
The antiquities section of the survey for Mayo Abbey and Rosslee parishes is by far the most extensive, containing seven full sheets of information. There is a detailed description of the ruins of the abbey and a few pages devoted to its history including events leading up to its establishment by St.Colman and also notes on St.Gerald who replaced St. Colman as abbott.
Other sites of antiquarian interest include the following:
"Elitherea" in Rosslee, where St. Gerald is reputed to have established a convent
Ruins of Brize Castle, home of the Prendergast family
Castle remnants in Knockaunakill, said to be another Prendergast castle.
Castle Lucas, believed by some to have belonged to the de Burgo family
Megalithic structure in Ardcorkey, discovered by Dr. Murphy of Balla.
Protestant church ruins near the village of Mayo Abbey.
Please select one of the categories below to view more information on the ITA Survey information for Mayo Abbey and Rosslee parishes.
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