abbeys around wexford town

The Abbey was founded for the Cistercians between 1175 and 1178 by Hervey de Montemarisco, uncle of Strongbow and Marshal of Henry II, and he became its first abbot. But the work of building was largely carried out by Hervey's nephew, Herlewin, Bishop of Leighlin. The ownership of the Abbey was much disputed during the earlier 14th century, but in 1342 it was finally decided that it belonged to St. Mary's Abbey in Dublin from whence the original Cistercian monks had probably come to Dunbrody....

During a stormy crossing to England once, William, the Earl Marshall, made a vow that he would found a church in Ireland if he survived the voyage. He survived, and fulfilled his vow around 1200 by founding Tintern Abbey, called after its more famous counterpart in Wales from whence its first monks came. The church consisted of a nave and aisles, a chancel and transepts. The aisles have disappeared though a chapel on the east wall of the south aisle is still preserved and contains some nice s...

Founded by the Roche family for the Canons Regular of St. Augustine, the abbey was dedicated to SS. Peter and Paul in the 13th century. The surviving parts of the nave are 15th century, the tower is 14th century. Henry II is reputed to have done penance here for the murder of Thomas Beckett. The ruins are very attractive and there are some interesting old graveslabs in the grounds. Key at 9 Abbey Street....