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Abbeyleix Abbey

Laois Cistercian monks dissolved before 1552

About This Site

Cistercian monks — from Baltinglass founded 1183 by Corcherger O’Moore (Cucogry O’More/Connor O’More); colonized from Baltinglass 7 September 1184 dissolved before 1552?; granted to Thomas, Earl of Ormond 1563

Historical Information

Alternative Names:
  • Leix Abbey
  • Lex Dei