St Tighearnach's Church

St Tighearnach's Church at Cullohill occupies the site of a priory of Augustine canons established in 550 by O'Dempsey and dedicated to Saint Tighearnach, who became the patron saint of the area. The monastic foundation at Aughmacart, as the site was also known, quickly became an important burial place for prominent families who served as patrons to the community. The Fitzpatrick, MacGillapatri...