Holycross, Tipperary

Holycross Abbey

Holycross Abbey is one of Irelands national monuments. Guided school tours of Holycross Abbey are offered to Primary and Secondary Schools. The Abbey is a restored medieval monastery and is now a parish church. It boasts many unique features including the oldest church bell in Ireland, two shrines that are the highpoint of cistercian art, two relics of the True Cross, etc. The tour touches on many strands of the History curriculum including early people and ancient societies, story, life, work, and culture. Activity sheets help the students to discover the history of this hidden gem.

Opening Hours

Monday: 10.30am to 5.00pm
Tuesday: 10.30am to 5.00pm
Wednesday: 10.30am to 5.00pm
Thursday: 10.30am to 5.00pm
Friday: 10.30am to 5.00pm
Saturday: 10.30am to 5.00pm
Sunday: 10.30am to 5.00pm

Prices

€4.00 - Primary school: Included are age appropriate worksheets to give the pupils a fun experience of the Abbey.
€5.00 - Secondary school: Age appropriate worksheets (included) help the students explore the unique features of the Abbey.

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Further Info

holycrossabbeytours@gmail.com
050 443124 086 1665869
holycrossabbey.ie
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