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Errew Abbey
54.0531° N, -9.2633° E
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Errew Abbey is a former Augustinian monastery and National Monument located in County Mayo, Ireland.
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Refoundation by the Barretts
12th–13th centuries
Founding by Tigernan
6th century
Burial of Thomas Barrett
1404
Augustinian foundation
1413
Sanctuary violation and land compensation
1413
Dissolution of the house
1585
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