A guided tour with Dr Christy Cunniffe reconnecting with the traditions of Pilgrimage through Early Christian Sites in East Galway (Aughrim – Kilconnell – Clontuskert – Clonfert – return to Aughrim)
Saturday 24th May 2025
ARRIVAL TIME 10.30AM – Carpark of HOLY TRINITY Church, Aughrim, Co Galway
On arrival refreshments will be available, followed by a short walk and talk before our day begins.
11.30am – Leave Aughrim – travel to Kilconnell
11.45 – Tour of Kilconnell Abbey (15th cent. Franciscan Friary)
Followed by Refreshments of Tea and Sandwiches
1.30pm – Leave Kilconnell
2.15pm – Tour of Clontuskert Abbey (12th cent. Augustinian Priory)
3.10pm – Leave Clontuskert
3.30pm Arrive for Afternoon tea at Our Lady of Clonfert hall – time of prayer at the church
4.15pm Leave Our Lady of Clonfert
4.30pm – Tour of the Cathedral Church of St Brendan, Clonfert (12th cent)
Final prayers 5.30 – 5.45pm
Leave Clonfert Cathedral – return to Aughrim circa 6.30pm
Please note that this is the outline of times during this day event and are subject to change
The day includes
Round trip transportation from Aughrim. (cost of this to be paid in full when booking)
Tours of three monastic sites and a visit to three churches
Morning, afternoon and lunch refreshments provided
Dietary requirements
Please advise on the booking form relating to any dietary requirements
Meeting point for the bus
• Carpark of Holy Trinity Church, Aughrim, Co. Galway
Important to note
• Please bring suitable comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
• No food/ hot drinks are to be consumed on the bus
• Facility will be made available for those who wish to bring their own food, due to dietary restrictions.
• All children must be supervised at all times.
• Please be aware that persons with mobility impairments may have difficulties at Clontuskert but all other places are accessible.
Cost €35 per person.
EARLY BOOKING is advised.
