Drum Monastic Settlement and St Brigid's Holy Well

Drum, Roscommon Check the official website Ages not specified

Families can explore the remains of Drum Monastic Settlement, including a Romanesque abbey, a Medieval church, and living quarters. There are also 350 memorials and St Brigid's Holy Well with a statue of the saint.

The ancient monastic site of Drum, County Roscommon, is under the care of the local heritage group, which has recently restored the remains of the Romanesque abbey. The wonderful monastery is thought to have belonged to a community of Patrician monks.

The fascinating site boasts a Medieval church, living quarters and 350 memorials. It is also home to St Brigid’s Holy Well, which was restored in 1990. In 2010, a life size statue of the saint was added.

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Curryroe, Drum, Roscommon
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Fáilte Ireland Attractions
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