Priory Of St Milburga (Ruins)

The Priory of St Milburga, now in ruins, was originally refounded around 1080 and is of Cluniac origin. The exposed foundations reveal much of the original ground plan. From the 13th century church, there are remnants of the west front, three west bays of the south nave aisle with an intact chamber above, three bays of the north transept, and a substantial section of the south transept, which is an important work. The east claustral range features a vaulted chamber and a three-arched entrance to the chapter house, which is roofless and showcases excellent late 12th-century arcading. There is also a building to the southeast that forms part of Priory House. The south range includes fragments of the frater and a fine doorway. In the cloister garth, there are remains of an octagonal lavatorium from the late 12th century, similar to that at Mellifont.