St David's Church

St David's Church is a medieval stone building in central Naas with distinctive 13th century window features and architectural details. The interior holds a black limestone font and the structure sits within a churchyard containing numerous grave markers.

The church first appears in written records in 1212 as property of the Hospitallers of St John of Jerusalem. Later centuries saw renovations and the addition of a steeple structure in the 1700s.

The church served as a place for different forms of religious devotion and reflects medieval spiritual practices. Visitors can still observe how the space was arranged to accommodate various prayers and ceremonies.

The site is easily accessible and encourages quiet exploration, especially when taking time to read headstones and examine the building details. Its location in town makes it simple to combine with other local visits.

A bell from 1674 still hangs in the incomplete steeple, reflecting construction efforts that spanned generations. The inscription on a plaque tells of repairs completed long after the original building was finished.