About This Site
Crutched Friars founded c.1206 by Ursus de Suamel as a hospital for the poor and infirm, initially under a warden, possibly not under the Cruciferi until later; dissolved 1540; granted to the mayor etc of Drogheda 1556
Historical Information
Founded:c.1206
Dissolved:1540
Associated Saints:Ursus de Suamel
Alternative Names:
- St Mary de Urso
- St Mary d'Urso Abbey
- The Old Abbey