Duiske Abbey

About this place

Duiske Abbey National Monument, also known as Graiguenamanagh Abbey, is a 13th-century Cistercian monastery situated in Graiguenamanagh, County Kilkenny in Ireland. Duiske Abbey was founded by William Marshal in 1207 and is one of the first, largest and perhaps the finest of the thirty-four medieval Cistercian monasteries in Ireland. The Abbey is the parish church of Graiguenamanagh town and beautifully dominates the town centre. The Abbey is located in the valley of the river Barrow, on a site between the main river and the Duiske tributary. The abbey derives its name from the Douskey River Irish: An Dubhuisce, meaning 'Black Water'.

Visitor Information

Admission

Free

Opening hours

24/7

Accessibility

Limited

Heritage status

Protected Heritage Site

Getting There & Parking

Duiske Abbey is located in County Kilkenny, roughly 130 km (1h 55m drive) from Dublin. The nearest public car park is 91 m away. Nearby highlights within a short drive include Ballyogan Cross (0.0 km away).