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Clones 'Wee' Abbey

Clones 'Wee' Abbey

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Clones 'Wee' Abbey

Name: Clones 'Wee' Abbey
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Location: Monaghan, Ireland

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1. Newbliss and Scotshouse loop from Clones

35.9km

02:11

290m

300m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Clones Round Tower – Clones 'Wee' Abbey loop from Clones

63.9km

04:04

700m

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3. Clones 'Wee' Abbey – Clones Round Tower loop from Clones

53.9km

03:15

350m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Amy

March 13, 2021

Known locally as the "Wee Abbey", Clones Abbey is a ruined monastery dating back to the 12th century. The original abbey was founded by St. Tigernach as early as the 6th century. However, the abbey was destroyed by fire not once, but four times during its history.

In the 16th century, the abbey suffered once again during the suppression of monasteries and Protestant reformation under Henry VIII. Less than a hundred years later, it lay in ruin, although some solitary monks still lived here until the 18th century.

Today, you can visit the crumbling walls and take a look at the interesting graveyard. The abbey is free to visit and you can access it any time.

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Elevation 50 m

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Tuesday 9 December

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Location: Monaghan, Ireland

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Clones 'Wee' Abbey

1. Newbliss and Scotshouse loop from Clones

2. Clones Round Tower – Clones 'Wee' Abbey loop from Clones

3. Clones 'Wee' Abbey – Clones Round Tower loop from Clones

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