Derrynaflan Church

Derrynaflan Church is a medieval monastery church ruin located in County Tipperary, standing on elevated ground within bogland. The remaining stone walls feature five window openings and the foundation lines of the nave are still visible.

The monastery was founded in the 6th century under the guidance of Ruadhán of Lorrha, with support from the King-Bishops of Cashel. This establishment grew into a major center of religious and intellectual life during Ireland's early medieval period.

This monastery served as a spiritual center where monks and pilgrims gathered for prayer and learning, making it an important place for religious life in medieval Ireland. The community here was known for producing skilled craftspeople and creating sacred objects of exceptional quality.

The ruins are open to visitors during daylight hours with no entrance fee required. You can reach the site easily by following the road network that connects to County Tipperary's main routes.

In 1980, the Derrynaflan Hoard was discovered at this site, containing silver objects from the 8th to 9th century that reveal the exceptional craftsmanship of early medieval artisans. These remarkable finds are now displayed in the National Museum of Ireland.

Location: County Tipperary

GPS coordinates: 52.59732,-7.73383

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:23