Nendrum Monastery, Early Christian monastery on Mahee Island, Northern Ireland
The monastery features three concentric stone-walled enclosures containing church ruins, a graveyard, remnants of huts, and workshops on Strangford Lough.
Archaeological records indicate that St Machaoi established this religious settlement in the 5th century, and Viking raids in 976 AD led to severe damage.
The monastery grounds contain remnants of religious structures, including an ancient sundial and burial sites that reflect early medieval Christian practices.
The visitor center opens Wednesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the last entry at 4:30 PM, offering exhibits about monastic life.
The site includes remains of a tide mill dated to 620 AD, which stands as the earliest discovered tide-powered mill structure in the world.
GPS coordinates: 54.49800,-5.64800
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:40
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