Boyle Abbey

About this place

Boyle Abbey (Irish: Mainistir na Búille) is a ruined Cistercian friary located in Boyle, County Roscommon, Ireland. It was founded by Saint Malachy in the year 1161 but not consecrated until 1218 (work was interrupted by the Anglo-Norman invasion of Ireland and it was burned in 1202.).

Visitor Information

Admission

Paid

Accessibility

Accessible

Heritage status

Protected Heritage Site

Access

Customers only

Getting There & Parking

Boyle Abbey is located in County Roscommon, roughly 119 km (1h 45m drive) from Galway and 193 km (2h 50m) from Dublin. The nearest public car park is 68 m away. Nearby highlights within a short drive include Connaght Rangers (0.3 km away).