What is recorded here

Unlocated church within townland, described by Carrigan as the monastery of Dearmhagh in Ossory (Carrigan 1905, vol. 2, 212). Building depicted on 1563 Map of Leix-Offaly at 'Disert beach'. Described in the OS letters as the Church of Dysartbeagh (O'Flanagan 1933 vol. 2, 35). Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 17 December 2007

The church in Dysartbeagh was likely founded in the medieval period, associated with the monastery of Dearmhagh in Ossory. Its exact builder is unknown, but it reflects the monastic tradition of early Christian Ireland and is significant as a historical site linked to the region's ecclesiastical heritage.

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