Formerly a Catholic church, the attached cemetary contains a mix of Catholic and Anglican burials. The church is locked during the day, but is used for music performances in addition to being an active church.
Kilrush, which means 'Church of the Forest' in German, holds a fascinating heritage of religious architecture and stories. The West Clare town has both a Roman Catholic and a former Church of Ireland parish church, both dedicated to Saint Senan. This saint is closely associated with the monastic site on Scattery Island.
As you stroll down Toler Street, you will come across the impressive Saint Senan’s Roman Catholic Church. The land for this church was generously donated by the local landowner, Colonel Moore Vandeleur. It is notable that the adjacent cemetery has both Catholic and Anglican burials. Although the church remains closed during the day, it loses none of its presence and is used not only for religious purposes, but also for musical performances.
What makes this place stand out are the windows created by the famous Harry Clarke workshop. As you walk around the church, gaze at the window on the north liturgical wall (left), which depicts scenes from the life of Saint Bridget. One particular scene shows her receiving a crosier from Saint Mel. The rose window above the entrance, recommended by Lonely Planet for its ornate glass and stone decorations, is another highlight.
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