Things to see or do
Amenities
- Directions from Town: Maghera Town.
- Opening times: Every day.
- Prices: Admission is free.
- Mobile narrative: The town of Maghera is a site of religious significance from ancient times.
Saint Lurach's Church
Maghera
Londonderry
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Northern Ireland
The town of Maghera is a site of religious significance from ancient times. The present day ruins of St. Lurach's Church date back to the 10th Century and it stands on the 6th Century monastery founded by St. Lurach, the patron saint of Maghera. Contained within the ruins is a sculpture of the crucifixion, which is thought to date from the 10th Century, making it one of the oldest in Ireland. The details of the sculpture can be seen today.
Contact
Telephone+44 (0)28 7963 1510Fax:+44 (0)28 7939 5112
Email: thebridewell@magherafelt.gov.uk
Website: www.magherafelt.gov.uk
Address: Magherafelt Tourist Information Centre, The Bridewell 6 Church Street, Magherafelt, Londonderry, BT45 6AN
