Fore Abbey, Fore

Name: Fore Abbey
Address: Fore, Ireland

#1 among attractions in Fore

Top attraction, Historical place, Monastery

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Fore Abbey is the ruin of a Benedictine Abbey, situated to the north of Lough Lene in County Westmeath, near Fore village. The abbey was founded by Saint Feichin in 630 CE and functioned for over 900 years. By 665 CE, the abbey is believed to have housed up to 300 Benedictine monks from Normandy and 2000 students. Architectural additions and damage by fire have altered the site's appearance and layout over the centuries. ()

Alternative names: Established: 630 (1394 years ago)Coordinates: 53°41'2"N, 7°13'38"W

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Fore Abbey – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St Feichin's Mill, North West Gate, Columbarium, Guest House.

~780 ftS
53°40'54"N • 7°13'41"W
St Feichin's Mill, Fore
4 min walk • Ruins
~830 ftSW
53°40'56"N • 7°13'48"W
North West Gate, Fore
5 min walk • Ruins
~210 ftNE
53°41'3"N • 7°13'35"W
Columbarium, Fore
2 min walk • Ruins
~190 ftN
53°41'4"N • 7°13'39"W
Guest House, Fore
1 min walk • Ruins
~1780 ftS
53°40'45"N • 7°13'32"W
South East Gate, Fore
9 min walk • Ruins
0.4 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Hill of Ben, Fore
12 min walk • Situated between Lough Glore and Lough Lene, and Lough Ban, Ireland, the Hill of Ben dominates the valley where Fore abbey was built by De Lacy of the Lord of Meath family for the French Benedictine monks.

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Which popular attractions are close to Fore Abbey?

Nearby attractions include Guest House, Fore (1 min walk), Columbarium, Fore (2 min walk), St Feichin's Mill, Fore (4 min walk), North West Gate, Fore (5 min walk).

Fore Abbey, Fore

Facts and practical information

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Fore Abbey – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

St Feichin's Mill, Fore

North West Gate, Fore

Columbarium, Fore

Guest House, Fore

South East Gate, Fore

Hill of Ben, Fore

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fore Abbey?