Rincrew Abbey

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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. [1]

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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.

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References

  1. 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


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