Old Mellifont Abbey
The first Cistercian monastery in Ireland founded in 1142 by St. Malachy of Armagh, its most unusual feature is the octagonal Lavabo c.1200.
Location
Tullyallen Drogheda , Co Louth
History
The first Cistercian monastery in Ireland founded in 1142 by St. Malachy of Armagh , its most unusual feature is the octagonal Lavabo c.1200. The Visitor Centre houses an interesting exhibition on the work of masons in the Middle Ages with fine examples of their craft on display.
Access to site by stone stairway. Access for people with disabilities to the Visitor Centre.
Opening Times
May - End October Daily 10:00-18:00
Last admission 45 mins. before closing.
Visit Length
1hr
Admission
Adult EUR 2.00 Child EUR 1.00 Student EUR 1.00 Senior EUR 1.25 Family EUR 5.50 Group EUR 1.25
Information
Leaflets: Yes Guided Tours: Yes Audio Visual: Yes Exhibition: Yes
Facilities
Restaurant: Yes Car Park: Yes Coach Park: Yes Disabled Access: Yes
Opening Times
May - End October Daily 10:00-18:00
Last admission 45 mins. before closing.
Visit Length
1hr
Facilities
Restaurant: Yes Car Park: Yes Coach Park: Yes Disabled Access: Yes
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