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Unlocated monastery within the townland of Rathbeg which is described as being founded by 'Saint Abban built the monastery of Rathbecain, in Ely, and died in 650. The garden wall of the monastery, and an ancient road to it, could be traced some years ago. A great quantity of human bones were also dug up there' (Cooke 1875, 186-7).
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
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