What is recorded here

19th-century C of I church located on site of Early Christian monastery (OF036-040001-) founded by St. Finan in the sixth century (O' Flanagan 1933, vol. 2, 33-6). Early Christian cross-slab located inside church decorated with spiral headed crosses in the angles of a large double lined cross. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Offaly' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 23 May 2011

Probably dating to the Early Christian period (6th–9th century), the cross-slab likely served a liturgical or commemorative function and may reflect the influence of St. Finan’s monastic foundation. Its design may incorporate both Insular and continental Christian artistic traditions.

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