Hore Abbey Entrance — Attraction in The Municipal District of Cahir — Cashel

Not far from the Rock of Cashel is the Hore Abbey, which is a ruined Cistercian monastery in County Tipperary. If you want to go there, best just walk there from the Rock, it’s really close, and there are no real parking spots near the Abbey.

It was originally a Benedictine order, but in 1272, Archbishop David had a dream that the monks would make an attempt on his life, and so he violently dispossessed them of their house and lands. This Abbey also was the last Cistercian foundation in Ireland overall.

It’s really interesting to walk through it, but it truly...

It’s a beautiful historical place originally built in the 13th century. It has ruins but well protected. A bit confusing when you see the sign at the gate, seems like a private property. After talking to a nice local lady, I found that the building structures are Ireland heritage and government property along with the walkway. The surrounding field is more like private property since cows come to the area during summer. No designated parking but you can just park on the street. Free parking and free entrance. A roadside attraction from...

This Abbey can be seen from the grounds of the Rock of Cashel and is within walking distance , probably 10-15mins. If you go by car there is very limited parking

We went by car and what made this unique was we had to cross a field of cows to get to the Abbey which for us made it more fun. You enter at your own risk but the cows never bothered us. The Abbey was bigger than we expected and in good shape in many places. As it's in the middle of a field it also makes for some great photo shots .

If you visiting Rock of Cashel then pop in...