What is recorded here

Shown as 'Monastery (site of) on the 1st edition OS 6-inch map (1837). In a flat garden plot under glass. Large stones were often turned up here during ploughing (Healy 1975, 20). Purportedly the site of St Mary's Convent, founded c.1144 by St. Malachy before being transferred to Grace Dieu c.1195 (Gwynn & Hadcock 1970). No visible trace. Compiled by: Geraldine Stout Updated by: Christine Baker Date of upload: 15 December 2014

A local church or high cross; wider significance not recorded.

This remains an important historical record, but the official description says the monument is no longer visible or has been destroyed. The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.