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Granard Monastery

📍 Longford ⛪ Early Irish 📅 5th century 🏛️ Ruins

About This Site

Early monastic site, founded 5th century by St Patrick, granted by Coirpre’s sons

Early monastic site, founded 5th century by St Patrick, granted by Coirpre’s sons

Historical Information

Founded: 5th century
Associated Saints: St Patrick
Alternative Names:
  • Granairud
  • Granard Kill

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