Killaspugbrone, Strandhill, Ireland

Killaspugbrone is an early Christian church on the coast west of Sligo town and near the modern resort of Strandhill. One of the earliest churches in Sligo, it was founded by Bishop Brón mac Icni (d. 512) a contemporary of St. Patrick.

This church was a major pilgrimage site that contained a relic of St. Patrick known as the Fiacail Pádraig, now in the National Museum of Ireland. According to Patricks biographer Tirechán in his Collectanea, Patrick prophesied that the sea would force his heirs to move closer to the river Sligo.

The present building dates to the 12th century. The church was the victim of Viking attack, perhaps the same expedition that assaulted Inishmurray. It is the subject of an ongoing preservation initiative by the Killaspugbrone Preservation Society.

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Brenda McArdle Makeup (17 months ago)
A wild walk on the loop..whether the weather I absolutely LOVE this walk. So refreshing and a little bit of everything along the way. Forest, beach, main road path, the village, stop off at the Airport Cafe,

Alexander King (17 months ago)
Lovely walk, down by the ocean. You may even get to see a plane landing or taking off. Great history with the old church also.

vincent phillips (2 years ago)
This is such a beautiful, magical and peaceful place to visit. One of the easiest places to trek to and an amazing history attached to it. Well worth a visit any day.

Mary Alice Miller (3 years ago)
Beautiful, fairly flat walk out to the ruins. Historical marker gives info on the Monastic ruins. Bench overlooking a lovely view. A beach to explore. Overall, a very nice walk. On a Sunday, park in the large lot by the surf house, walk down to the boardwalk, then turn right and follow the path along to the end of the beach where you'll see a turnstile to a path out to the ruins and different beach. On the way back, after coming back through the turnstile gate (to keep animals out) instead of going back up the beach turn left along the fence and follow the path towards the mountain/airport. It's really pretty, especially when it's all in bloom. This way back will drop you at the airport/Strandhill People's Market (only open Sun). Grab a bite/coffee, do a bit of shopping, then continue down airport road directly to the car park. ? You'll pass another small ruin - a passage tomb - on your left on that last walk down the road.

johan jansen van rensburg (3 years ago)
Beautiful walk amongst forest ,sea and domestic places.Not a difficult walk and well marked along the way.Loved the fresh air and side view of Knocknarea.Come prepared for all elements…wind, rain and sunshine??????

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