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Ardnaree Friary, Ballina

Mayo Augustinian 15th Century dissolved

About This Site

Augustinian Friars founded before 1400 by the O’Dowda family; partial collapse and rebuilding, possibly refounded by Tagd O’Dowda; dissolution unknown, friars thought to have retained until 1577–82, remaining in the vicinity up to the late 18th century

Historical Information

Founded:before 1400
Associated Saints:the O'Dowda family
Alternative Names:
  • Ardnary
  • Arnacensis