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- Lorum Church of Ireland Church
and part of the graveyard
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Lorum Map 1900's |
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- The Church of the Good
Shepherd Lorum Church of Ireland Church
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Evidence of three different churches can be found on
the site at Lorum. The 19th century seven-bay church stands on
elevated ground in a striking setting about 3.5 km from the River
Barrow. It was built about 1838 to the design of Frederick Darley
who also designed the gate piers which reflect the detailing of the
church. Closeby are the remains of an 18th century church while to
the south and east of this building are the barely discernible
traces of a much earlier church.
There was a monastic settlement in the area
associated with St. Laserian to whom a nearby well is dedicated.
Early nineteenth century sources record the presence of a 'steeple'
at this site which may indicate the former presence of a round
tower. The base of a high cross lies a few paces south of the 18th
century building.
Source: Google Maps & myposi.ie
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