St. Kevin's Church, Camden Row, Dublin

St. Kevin's Church is a ruined stone church on Camden Row in Dublin, originating from the 13th century and rebuilt in the 1750s. Today it stands without its roof, displaying Gothic features, and the site includes a cemetery with various historical burials.

The church site was founded in 1226 and originally lay outside Dublin's city walls. It fell under the direct control of Dublin's Archbishop and was part of the Manor of St. Sepulchre.

The church bears the name of Saint Kevin, a 7th-century Irish saint venerated in local tradition and religious memory. Walking through the grounds, you notice how both Protestant and Catholic graves exist side by side, reflecting long periods of shared religious space.

The ruins are visible from outside through a wrought iron fence and can be viewed from Camden Row, though entering the interior is not permitted. It is best to approach from street level and view from the fence for the clearest perspective.

The cemetery was the setting for military activity during the Irish Confederate Wars, when soldiers used the surrounding lands before the Battle of Rathmines. Archaeological excavations in the 1960s revealed medieval graves and coins buried in the soil.

Location: Dublin

GPS coordinates: 53.33640,-6.26694

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:09