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Bective Abbey

πŸ“ Meath β›ͺ Cistercian πŸ“… 12th Century πŸ›οΈ dissolved

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Cistercian monks β€” from Mellifont founded 1147 by Murchad O Melaghlin, King of Meath, colonized 14 January 1147; dissolved 6 May 1536; held by John Alen, Lord Chancellor; granted to…

Cistercian monks β€” from Mellifont founded 1147 by Murchad O Melaghlin, King of Meath, colonized 14 January 1147; dissolved 6 May 1536; held by John Alen, Lord Chancellor; granted to Andrew Wyse, vice-treasurer c.1552; Alexander Fitton also given as grantee; Bartholomew Dillon given as assignee; (NM)

Historical Information

Founded: 1147
Dissolved: 1536
Associated Saints: Murchad O Melaghlin, King of Meath
Alternative Names:
  • Beatidudo Dei
  • Becco Dei
  • Bectiffe
  • Brime
  • Lie-trede