Quin Castle, County Clare

  Quin Friary, Quin, Co. Clare
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  • Quin Friary, Quin, Co. Clare
      Quin Friary, Quin, Co. Clare
    by donpaul77
  • Quin Friary, Quin, Co. Clare
      Quin Friary, Quin, Co. Clare
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Quin Abbey/Castle: a peaceful ruin
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Tucked away in the village of Quin are the subtle ruins of Quin Abbey. The abbey was founded in 1480 emerging from the remains of a Norman castle. The ruin is surrounded by idyllic pasture and has a very peaceful sense to it. I've never known it to be flooded with tourists, so it's one of those spots where you can take your time and contemplate your surroundings. There is limited access to the inside of the friary. At the time I write this, there is no fee to get into the grounds.

Also nearby is the ruin of St. Finghin's Church. It was built between 1278-1287.

Quin is a nice village, and there a couple of nice pubs there which serve food.

Updated Jan 18, 2010

Address: Quin, Co. Clare

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This is Quin Castle.....ok its a small Castle and more like a fortified house...but is an interesting stop on the way to the Burren. You can climb to the top and when you do you get excellent views over County Clare.

I'll get more info on the castle and post it to this site.....

Written Jul 28, 2005

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