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Bellaneeny Friary

Sligo Carmelite 15th Century Abandoned

About This Site

Camelite Friars dependent on Eglish; founded after c.1437; dissolved c.1567, possibly abandoned by the Carmelites; leased to Edmund O’Fallon of Athlone 1575; Franciscan Friars? possibly in occupation in the 16th century (during the reign of Elizabeth I)

Historical Information

Founded:c.1437
Alternative Names:
  • Baleanany
  • Bealaneny
  • Belathnaony