The ruins of Burrishoole Abbey overlook a scenic estuary of Clew Bay, just 3km from Newport, County Mayo. It was founded in 1469 by Richard de Burgo, Chief of the Burke Clan of Turlough, for the Dominican Order.
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Free / cheap
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The ruins of Burrishoole Abbey overlook a scenic estuary of Clew Bay, just 3km from Newport, County Mayo.
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Summary and location information adapted from Fáilte Ireland’s Tourism Activities and Attractions dataset, accessed 7 September 2026. Source: https://data.gov.ie/dataset/tourism-activities-and-attractions. Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/. Check the venue’s own website for current visitor arrangements.
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Moderate rain
17°C
A wet day — perfect for indoor exploration
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Last checked 25 May 2026, 02:57.
Open-air ruin with no set opening/closing times; accessible during daylight hours year-round. Free entry.
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