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Lullymore is most famous for its monastery which historical scholars believe was the largest in Ireland in the mid 5th Century. This religious community dates back to St. Patrick who ordered Bishop Erc to found an Irish monastery and school in Lullymore. Saint Erc was a Druid to the Ard Ri (High King) Laoighaire but was converted to Christianity by Saint Patrick. There is a large boulder on the present monastic site with a footprint distinctly impressed on it which is said to be that of Saint Patrick.
Recent archaeological surveys on the ditches indicate that the Monastic site was built on prehistoric ritual or Henge field site which could date back to stone age times. Erc was a pagan druid who was converted to Christianity by Saint Patrick and became his first bishop. Lullymore was chosen as the site of the new monastery because it was an island entirely surrounded by a sea of bog. This insulated the monks from the distractions of the world and protected them from attack. Early monasteries were often raided by pagan tribes and, later on, by bands of Vikings.
According to local tradition, the monastery was attacked in the early 18th Century and all were massacred except for one monk named Thomas Foran who is said to have escaped with important records.
I booked the Halloween experience for my family of four. I made a mistake with the dates in the tickets and the guys at Lullymore were just so accommodating! They let me move the booking and saved the day.
Sarah KWhat a fantastic show Lullymore put on every year. Really enjoyed it as did my 11 and 14 year old. Cafe is lovely and the outside seating area comes with 2 inquisitive geese! The best thing about Lullymore more is the staff.
Jeanette GGreat day out with the kids. The staff are fantastic and you are met at the gates in your car by a weird and wonderful witch. The Terror Train is the highlight for kids and Adults alike.
Liam RGood spot reasonable entry fee and nice family day out.Didn't eat there but the restaurant was very busy so must be ok to eat in .The place is spotless and its great to see no litter plenty of bins around.
Mel HThis is a superb location with a wide range of fun and informative aspects - learn about bogs and peat, ancient Irish heritage, Irish Christian heritage, the 1798 Rebellion, the Famine and much, much more.
Dermot MWWe were greeted by Ray for our short visit to this attraction. The site tells an important part of Irish history and includes practical demonstrations of peat cutting and the history of the industry.
Malcolm TCame here with my 5 year old for her friends birthday party. Couldn't fault the service, we told them the child's name upon entry and that was that. The staff were so friendly and good with the kids.
Alex CA huge thank you to the staff at Lullymore, and a special thank to Myra,Kevin and Marie.We had our school tour with you yesterday and you all looked after us so well. The children and a fantastic day.
Fiona D Lullymore, Rathangan,
Co. Kildare, R51 E036
Open seven days a week
until the end of September.