Looking across to the island of Inis Gluaire (Inishglora) – the burial place of the Children of Lir – Cross Abbey contains an ancient burial ground where Dean Lyons and the poet Riocáird Bairéad are buried. The Abbey is thought to be an Early Christian monastic settlement, from where monks would travel across to Inis Gluaire. You can find out more about the history of Cross Abbey at Ionad Deirbhile Heritage Centre in Eachléim (Aughleam).
Visit Belmullet
Belmullet, Co. Mayo
Mon – Fri: 10:00am – 4:00pm