History of The Abbey

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History of Ballintubber

Whispers through the centuries… Ballintubber Abbey has witnessed history unfold. From royal connections to pirate legends, uncover the hidden stories etched within its ancient stones.

The Abbey Ballintubber Card

The Abbey

Discover the rich 800 year history of The Abbey.

Ballintubber Abbey Famine&restoration old photo

Famine & Restoration

Follow the restoration journey from Famine times to today.

Lord Mayo Tibóid Ne Long Bourke card

Tibóid Ne Long Bourke

Find out about how the son of Grace O’Malley came to his final resting place in Ballintubber

Station of the cross crucifixion card

Stations of the Cross

Created in 1972 for Ballintubber Abbey, by renowned sculptor Imogen Stuart.

Church Island aerial card

Church Island

Church Island or Oilean na Scríne- Shrine Island lies at the North West of Lough Carra.

Burnt Alter Ballintubber

Burning Suppression

How fire and suppression could not defeat the “Abbey that wouldn’t die”.

Sean na Sagart Sketch card

Seán na Sagart

Learn about the notorious priest hunter of Penal times.