Hore Abbey, Cistercian monastery ruins near Rock of Cashel, Ireland
The structure of Hore Abbey retains stone walls, arched windows, and a rectangular tower rising from its central crossing in County Tipperary's grasslands.
Archbishop David Mac Cerbaill established this religious complex in 1270 after removing the Benedictine monks and transferring the property to Cistercian orders.
The monastery features an unconventional north-facing cloister layout, differing from standard Cistercian architectural patterns found throughout medieval Ireland.
Visitors can explore the ruins without paying entrance fees, and the site remains open throughout daylight hours with parking available nearby.
Local horses graze freely among the stone ruins, creating natural maintenance of the grassy areas within the medieval monastery grounds.
Location: County Tipperary
Inception: 1272
GPS coordinates: 52.51750,-7.90000
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:35
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