Discover Alone, back to main map

Saint Joseph's Convent of Mercy

shrine/oratory/grotto
Saint Joseph's Convent of Mercy
Report the wrong picture

What is recorded here

Freestanding single-bay single-storey gable-fronted former oratory/shrine associated with the Convent of Mercy, Rochfortbridge (15320011), erected c.1910. Currently out of use. Steeply pitched decorative natural slate roof with raised clay ridge cresting, now partially missing. Ruled-and-lined cement rendered walls. Square-headed doorway to the front elevation (north) having glazed timber double-leaf doors with margin glazing pattern and coloured glass. Small circular window over door opening having coloured glass. Tiled floor to interior. Located to the southwest corner of the grounds of the Convent of Mercy, Rochfortbridge (15320011).
This is an interesting example of a small oratory/shrine located within the Convent of Mercy, Rochfortbridge (15320011). Although in poor condition, it retains some original features including timber double-doors with coloured glass panels and margin glazing bars and a decorative natural slate roof with clay ridge cresting. This small-scale building was originally a quiet place for personal reflection/prayer without the grounds of The Convent of Mercy and is a subtle and unassuming addition to the built heritage of Rochfortbridge.

This does not grant access. Most recorded buildings are privately owned; view them only from public ground unless the owner allows entry.

Places near here

Add to this placeAdd a picture Comment or add a tip

Explore 1,118,481 places

Other information

Photo: National Inventory of Architectural Heritage · Website use allowed for educational or private purposes with source credit