loughrea carmelite priory

Founded probably in the 13th century for the Carmelites by Richard de Burgo. The church consists of a nave, chancel, tower, south transept and a small south chapel near the west end of the nave. The chancel (not accessible) has a number of 13th century lancet windows in the south wall, and a 15th century window in the east wall.
Much of the nave, which has been over-heavily pointed on the outside, seems to be 15th century work.The tower was added in the 15th century. In the Catholic Cathedral not far away, there is a beautiful collection of 20th century stained glass windows.