Rincrew Abbey
Rincrew Abbey is a ruined abbey, traditionally associated with the Knights Templar, near Youghal in the south of Ireland. It is located in County Waterford.
History
Rincrew Abbey was built by the Knights Templar, later turned over to the Hospitallers Order of St John.
Location
The ruins of the abbey stand on a hill overlooking the River Blackwater north of Youghal. The ruins are situated on a private farm and have no public access.
See also
- List of abbeys and priories in Ireland (County Waterford)
- Molana Abbey
- Youghal Priory
- North Abbey, Youghal
- South Abbey, Youghal
References
- ^ Archaeological Inventory of County Waterford. Dublin: Stationery Office. 1999. ISBN 9780707662152.
WA037-025---- [..] Townland: Rincrew [..] Situated at the E end of a W-E ridge or spur overlooking the Blackwater River to the N, E and S. A preceptory of the Knights Templar [..] The church and vaulted building are probably 13th century in date
External links
- Rincrew Religious House, Co. Waterford on Medieval News Blog
- Inter-disciplinary research project investigates a mysterious medieval site in Rincrew, Co. Waterford