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Nendrum Monastery, was founded with the blessing of Saint Patrick in the sixth century. It was sacked by the Vikings and destroyed by fire in 976. The ruins are on a beautiful island accessible by bridges, with dry stone walls, heavenly views and a guide and site display. The remains of this important pre-Norman monastery include three concentric enclosures (stone walls), with ruined church, round tower stump, foundations of other buildings, sundial, cross-slabs.
Includes a small museum.
No admission to unaccompanied children under sixteen.
Prices:
Admission Free.
Opening times:
Winter (1 Oct - 31 March)
Open only on Saturday 10am-4pm and Sunday 2pm-4pm.
Site may be opened on request.
Summer (1 April - 30 Sept)
Tuesday-Saturday 9am-6pm, Sunday 1.00pm-6pm.
Closed on Mondays.
Location:
Comber, Co Down.
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