The famous Irish poet William Butler Yeats is closely associated with County Sligo; he used the abbey in two short stories: "The Crucifixion of the Outcasts" and "The Curse of Fire and Shadow." Yeats is buried in the nearby Drumcliffe Church.

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August 12, 2023

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Known locally as "The Abbey," this beautiful Dominican Friary was founded in the mid-13th century and served as both a religious centre and community gathering space.

David Howells

September 8, 2023

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Known locally as "The Abbey", this beautiful Dominican Friary was founded in the mid-13th century and served as both a religious centre and community gathering space.

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1. Sligo town, river and park loop from Wine Street

7.91km

02:03

50m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Sligo Courthouse – Sligo Abbey loop from Cranmore

6.26km

01:39

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Sligo Courthouse – Sligo Abbey loop from Sligo

5.59km

01:28

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Sligo Abbey

1. Sligo town, river and park loop from Wine Street

2. Sligo Courthouse – Sligo Abbey loop from Cranmore

3. Sligo Courthouse – Sligo Abbey loop from Sligo

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