Murrisk Augustinian Abbey

Situated in the scenic location of Clew Bay, with Croagh Patrick as an impressive backdrop, lies the ruins of Murrisk Abbey. Established around 1456 by Hugh O’Malley, a Gaelic Chieftain, for the Augustinian friars, Murrisk was dedicated to St. Patrick, and was said to have held some of his relics. It also marked the start of the Croagh Patrick pilgrimage. The small church and the surrounding ...