Devenish Island
Monastic Site
I am so delighted to have finally visited the monastic site situated on Devenish Island. One of the main reasons for visiting was to photograph the beautifully carved 15th century high cross pictured right, but Devenish has much more to offer the visitor than a high cross. Founded by Saint Laisrén mac Nad Froích (aka St Molaise) in the 6th century, the monastic site was built on a pilgrimage route to Croagh Patrick.
St Mary's Priory
Original Priory Foundation stone 1449
Teampull Mór, the Great Church.
Situated: An island on Lower Lough Erne, County Fermaagh. From Enniskillen take the A32 north At Trory take a left turn downto the pier. There is a small fee to pay for the boat trip. Open April to September..
Discovery Map 17. H 2234 4731. Last visit Sept 2010.
Longitude: 7° 39' 22" W
Latitude: 54° 22' 26" N
Photos: Jim Dempsey and Deb Snelson.