Moor Franciscan Friary

The ruined Franciscan Friary of Moor Abbey is located east of Galbally village in the Glen of Aherlow. Dated to the early 13th century, Moor Abbey was founded by Donough Cairbreach Ó Brien, King of Thomond for the Franciscan Friars. The ruins of the present church was built in 1471 by Aunfurn M’Bryon only to be burned the following year. By the time of the dissolution of the monasteries Moor Ab...